Boise homeless advocates hold potluck as protesters rally against people sleeping next to statehouse
On Saturday, around 200 people went to a potluck outside the former Ada County Courthouse in Boise. They were there to support a homeless demonstration which has been on the lawn for two weeks.
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31 Jan 2022
On Saturday, around 200 people went to a potluck outside the former Ada County Courthouse in Boise. They were there to support a homeless demonstration which has been on the lawn for two weeks.
Another 70 people gathered across the street in a counter protest, condemning the ongoing demonstration.
Today on Idaho Matters, we learn what happened on Saturday when the two sides met — and what's motivating each side. Our guests are Ian Stevenson and Sally Krutzig are reporters with the Idaho Statesman and covered the event and the homeless tent camp demonstration.