Homelessness is a national crisis, with a quarter of the homeless population living in California alone. It’s a complicated, seemingly intractable problem that inspires strong reactions in many, but how much do we really understand about the realities of living without shelter? PolitiFact California reporter Chris Nichols looks into some of the common beliefs and misconceptions of homelessness.
PolitiFact CA: Myths About Homelessness
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A homeless person sleeps on a sidewalk in Sacramento, Calif., Tuesday, April 23, 2013.
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