Johnson v Grants Pass Decision
David Higgins2024-07-05T15:11:33+00:00The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on June 28th was deeply disheartening, as it concluded that the US Constitution does not afford homeless individuals protection from cruel and unusual punishment, even when they have no alternative but to sleep in public with basic necessities like blankets or pillows. Arresting or fining individuals for simply trying to survive is both costly and counterproductive, not to mention cruel. This inhumane ruling, which contradicts the values of nearly three-quarters of Americans, will exacerbate homelessness in Grants Pass and across the nation. “NCHV is disappointed the court’s ruling will empower communities across [...]