Rise in Massachusetts Homelessness
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This short article from the AP via WWLP online caught my attention.
Readers from elsewhere in the country, how does this compare to your states?
Fellow citizens of Massachusetts, this is unacceptable. That's clear. What I don't know, and need input on, is what we can do about it. Idears?
The state reports about 1,800 homeless families were in shelters this week. That's up from 1,400 in June 2006.
State officials blame cuts in assistance and the recent housing crisis for the problem. And they're worried there's no end in sight.
Readers from elsewhere in the country, how does this compare to your states?
Fellow citizens of Massachusetts, this is unacceptable. That's clear. What I don't know, and need input on, is what we can do about it. Idears?