The article critiques recent proposals by New York's governor and mayor aimed at addressing public safety in light of rising homelessness. While acknowledging the necessity for change, it argues that measures such as increasing police presence and involuntary commitments misdiagnose the homelessness issue and will fail to create sustainable solutions. The alarming spike in homelessness, which has surged by 53% from 2023, is highlighted as a significant factor contributing to public unease. Effective solutions must address underlying causes rather than perpetuating a cycle of poverty and instability.
Yes, we are seeing more people on the streets, and many of them are in crisis. But unless we deal with the root causes of homelessness, we are just going to be looking at a revolving door of incarceration and hospitalizations that only exacerbate the problem.
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