Protests and riots in low-income neighborhoods tend to be ignored by America’s decision makers, while protests in affluent areas could potentially lead to change by forcing the wealthy to acknowledge demands.

Seeming to fulfill his promise of opening a new shelter, Mayor Daniel Lurie announced plans for a “stabilization center” at 822 Geary. The center, part of Lurie’s Fentanyl Emergency Ordinance, is already drawing praise from Tenderloin safety advocates. It also received strong support from controversial D-6 Supervisor Matt Dorsey. With