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The policy's success is questionable, as it displaces the problem rather than solves it. Without concerted efforts to expand housing stock and provide effective social services, homelessness and encampments are likely to persist, simply shifting to different neighborhoods or neighboring cities.
Concluding Thoughts: A Difficult Balance
San Francisco's efforts reflect a broader national struggle—how to balance street cleanliness, public safety, and compassion for unhoused populations. The recent ban on RV living addresses a visible symptom of the crisis but neglects the systemic failures that sustain homelessness.