In his annual State of the State speech, Newsom acknowledged that Californians have “lost patience” with state political leaders who have largely ignored the homelessness that has existed in plain sight.
Gov. Gavin Newsom vowed to marshal the full force of his administration to alleviate California’s worsening homelessness crisis, a humanitarian imperative for the state and political necessity for a governor whose ambitious progressive agenda could be eclipsed if he fails to take effective action.
Newsom also signaled his support for the creation a significant, permanent stream of revenue focused on curtailing homelessness, an idea that some in Sacramento say could require a tax increase. In his address, Newsom tried to deflect criticism that California’s Democratic leadership was solely responsible for 150,000 residents living in the streets, in cars and any other place they can find shelter.
Still, the 40 minute-long speech was marked by a sober tone, and an acknowledgment that despite California being home to
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