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The Controversy Over How to Solve Homelessness
Season 2
Episode 30
Most non-profits on Skid Row require that homeless people become sober from drugs and alcohol first before they qualify for housing. One model that is controversial focuses on providing them with housing and services first, and allows the residents to do drugs and alcohol in their homes, without being thrown out. How important is quality of life benefits in changing the homelessness problem?
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Rick Reiff and Elizabeth Espinosa are joined by a former Mayor and two internet experts.