Realpolitik framing debates on homelessness in Western states

The realpolitique dynamics in Western states like California, Oregon, and Washington are heavily influencing the debate on homelessness. The high cost of living in these states contributes to the issue of homelessness, leading to the emergence of homeless encampments in public places. Safety concerns for both the unhoused individuals and passersby are raised due to these encampments, illustrated by incidents like a baby ingesting narcotics in People's Park. The lack of compassion and empathy gap displayed by some Republican justices towards these issues is concerning, reflecting a broader issue of income inequality, affordable housing scarcity, and growing lack of empathy towards the homeless population.