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Winnipeg’s Crackdown vs Real Solutions | Winnipeg News
Winnipeg police rolled out a high-profile crackdown on Main Street, arresting 25 and hospitalizing 20 in just two days—part of a broader, politically timed push to respond to public anger over drug use and homelessness. But critics warn this short-term enforcement only displaces vulnerable people, worsening their suffering without tackling addiction or mental health roots. Like past sweeps that cleared encampments, these actions haven’t reduced homelessness or drug use—they just push people back onto the streets. As the municipal election looms, politicians are leaning into the public’s…
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