Jesse Rabinowitz

Jesse Rabinowitz, the Campaign and Communications Director at the National Homelessness Law Center, joins Alex Vitale, a sociology professor and policing expert. They tackle the criminalization of homelessness, highlighting the troubling narrative surrounding D.C.’s homeless population. The discussion includes the harms of heavy police presence and effective alternatives like the Housing First model. They also delve into the implications of federal policies fueling urban decline and systemic disparities that exacerbate homelessness and public safety. It's an eye-opening conversation about compassion versus criminalization.

Exploring the upcoming Supreme Court case on criminalizing homelessness, the podcast delves into the potential consequences and the broader issues of poverty criminalization. It discusses extreme proposals like internment camps, advocates for systemic solutions like housing, and emphasizes the importance of advocating for the rights of homeless people.