If Books Could Kill San Fransicko
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Oct 19, 2023 The podcast explores the controversial issue of homelessness in San Francisco, addressing factors like progressive policies, housing costs, and mental illness. It discusses the concept of housing first as a solution and examines the differences between progressive and conservative viewpoints. The hosts explore various topics related to the law and politics, including left-wing excesses and the misrepresented statements. They also discuss possible solutions to homelessness in San Francisco, highlighting the challenges and complexities. The podcast explores the concept of victimology and how it applies to marginalized groups, focusing on the mistreatment of homeless individuals.
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Human Waste Anecdote
- Michael Shellenberger opens "San Fransicko" with an anecdote about rising human waste complaints.
- He uses this to illustrate the severity of San Francisco's homelessness problem.
Shellenberger's Misleading Data
- Shellenberger argues that neither climate nor high housing prices alone fully explain San Francisco's homelessness.
- He uses misleading data points to support this claim.
Misinterpretation of Zillow Study
- Shellenberger misrepresents a Zillow study on housing costs and homelessness.
- The study actually shows a strong correlation between high housing costs relative to income and increased homelessness.