I spent last Sunday visiting various homeless encampments in Seattle. After speaking with many living in them, most of whom were from out of state, it became clear: they’re beyond help. It’s the fault of city leadership and homeless enabling activists.
The encampments I visited in SoDo were obviously filthy. Garbage and human waste festered in massive piles, with flies everywhere. The stench could make your eyes water. Used needles were strewn about and the homeless seemed not to mind because they’ve gotten used to it.
It’s not safe to live here. But there’s a pressure campaign to stop sweeps.
Attempts to stop sweeps are what lacks compassion
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