"Ray Hartmann was a fixture on a political television show in St. Louis and a passionate voice for the First Amendment, compassion and government accountability. With his passing, the industry lost one of its brightest lights."
"The Trump administration has kicked into full cruelty mode, demonizing the homeless as just another population to be disposed of. But Democrats aren't awash in solutions, either."
"The new model pivots to temporary transitional programs with two-year expiration dates and mandatory compliance requirements. Housing isn't a human right in this framework. It's a reward for good behavior."
Ray Hartmann, a prominent figure in St. Louis journalism and a passionate advocate for the First Amendment, passed away at 73. He was known for his political insights and contributions to the Riverfront Times. The article critiques the government's approach to homelessness, highlighting a lack of genuine solutions from both parties. The Trump administration's focus on temporary housing solutions and the potential for involuntary civil commitment reflects a troubling shift in policy regarding homelessness.
Read at Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]