California has invested $24 billion in the past five years to combat homelessness, yet the homeless population has increased. Governor Newsom has expressed doubts about the effectiveness of this spending, threatening to withhold funds from cities with inadequate plans. Despite efforts like L.A. Mayor Karen Bass’s $250 million program, questions persist about the results and tracking of these initiatives.
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‘We are not Americans’ – but what does it mean to be Canadian?
Canadian Election InsightsThe upcoming Canadian general election is heavily influenced by the US-Canada relationship, particularly due to comments from the US president suggesting Canada could become the 51st state. In light of this, the BBC has engaged voters nationwide to explore their perceptions of Canadian identity and the distinctions that set Canada apart from the United States. This discourse reflects broader themes of nationalism and sovereignty as Canadians prepare to cast their votes amidst these...
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