Why Should You Never Dismantle Encampments of Homeless New Yorkers?
Photo Credit: Marcus Jones - stock.adobe.com The President of the United States’ federalization of the police force of Washington, D.C. has been a startling development in the eyes of many. In particular, we have been shocked and horrified by the glee with which these forces have torn down encampments of homeless people. While we might be inclined toward partisanship, we must remember that members of both parties have engaged in this wanton destruction. This blog post will discuss why you should never dismantle an encampment of homeless New Yorkers, the effects on this vulnerable population and how you may prevent future incidents. Why Is It Bad To Destroy Homeless Encampments in New York? While some out there may consider these encampments “unsightly,” these sites are, to our most vulnerable populations, the only sources of community and safety in an otherwise hostile environment. If you have a reliable neighbor, you can appreciate the feeling. Even without actual upr...