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Ontario Mayors Urge Ford to Use Notwithstanding Clause to Clear Homeless Encampments

@DreadfulOwlCommentsProgressive perspective5mos ago

Using the notwithstanding clause to clear homeless encampments just sidesteps the real issue—how about investing in affordable housing and support services instead of criminalizing poverty?

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