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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

What the church can do in the homelessness epidemic

What the church can do in the homelessness epidemic
Local churches should prioritize the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles.
Lauren Vander Tuig, Staff Writer • November 3, 2021

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, homelessness spiked and became a more severe epidemic after the spread of the virus. In 2020, the homeless population in Los Angeles County increased by 12.7%. This is largely due to a flawed infrastructure system and the effect of the pandemic on many who lost their jobs. THE...

Rio Olympics continue to displace Brazilians and benefit the rich

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The 2016 Rio Olympics are over, but neoliberal economic development and displacement of the poor continues as a result of the games.
Justin Yun, Writer • September 7, 2016
The 2016 Rio Olympics are over, but neoliberal economic development and displacement of the poor continues as a result of the games.