Dr. Drew Pinsky has been nominated for a spot on the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, a commission of city and county elected officials.His nomination by Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger has drawn outage and incredulity, since Pinsky, a television celebrity and addiction medication specialist, has been outspoken in his belief that California has mishandled the homelessness crisis.
Some homeless advocates went so far as to believe the all-too-real nomination was a joke.Barger said Pinsky would bring a “fresh perspective” to the commission.
Opponents countered that he would promote harmful views.Pinsky is no stranger to controversy, even beyond his television appearances.
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