I’m not going to defend each and every measure in Gov. Maura Healey’s sweeping changes to the state’s shelter law. Some of the items do appear harsh (such as five-day shelter limits and months-long waiting lists for shelter etc.). But it’s so easy to criticize the governor’s plan on moral grounds while not offering specific proposals on how to deal with skyrocketing costs of the shelter law. Supporters of Healey’s plans are being urged to look in the mirror to view their moral selves. Maybe critics should look too, for they made (and continue to make) promises to migrants they know full well are untenable. 

Those migrant families now walking the streets of Boston without homes? They’re victims of both overpromises and broken promises.

Btw: Those families should be immediately helped in the short-term while the state develops more realistic long-term shelter policies.