Protests and Legal Battles: Homelessness at Columbia and Beyond

This chapter explores the recent protests at Columbia and Yale, highlighting the controversy surrounding arrests, student safety, and administrative responses. It also examines legal implications regarding homelessness, focusing on a Supreme Court case that questions the constitutional rights of the homeless and their treatment under the Eighth Amendment. Furthermore, the chapter links historical precedents to current discussions about drug addiction and homelessness, raising critical questions about societal responsibilities and governmental actions.