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California’s Homeless Crisis in the Spotlight: A Tale of Deterioration and Disillusionment
Los Angeles Prepares for Major International Events Amidst a Rising Homeless Crisis
With the city of Los Angeles gearing up to host the 2028 Olympics, alongside the Parolympics and the upcoming World Cup, city officials and politicians—including California Governor Gavin Newsom and LA Mayor Karen Bass—are publicly promising to solve the homelessness problem before the global events unfold. However, the reality on the streets paints a vastly different picture. Experts and residents alike are questioning whether meaningful change is feasible within the tight timelines, given the entrenched issues plaguing LA’s urban landscape.