Mike Johnston: Yes, we can end unsheltered homelessness in Denver

Denver mayoral candidates Kelly Brough, left, and Mike Johnston take part in a debate in the studios of Channel 7 News on May 23, 2023. The debate was sponsored by Channel 7 News, The Denver Post, Colorado Public Radio and Denverite. It was moderated by Channel 7 news anchor Anne Trujillo, Denver Post reporter Joe Rubino and Denverite neighborhood reporter Desiree Mathurin. (Photo by Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post)

By Mike Johnston | Guest Commentary

PUBLISHED: June 2, 2023 at 5:01 AM MDT | UPDATED: June 2, 2023 at 5:03 AM MDT

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Johnston: Skepticism of my plan abounds, but yes, we can end unsheltered homelessness in Denver

Johnston defends his plan for homelessness ahead of the Denver mayoral election on June 6 against Kelly Brough

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