homeless

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Jesus would not only roll out the welcome mat for homeless people — he would embrace them.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Here’s what each candidate said about the need to address the state’s housing shortage and its stubborn homeless problem:

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Now he’s vying to be the first homeless mayor of a city overwhelmed by vagrancy, disorder and crime.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

California has about one-ninth of America’s population but nearly one-fourth of the homeless, according to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Not only am I unemployed and homeless, but I also have a pregnant woman, bereaved dog, elephant, and eleven horses to take care of.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen