An overwhelming majority of residents across the state believe homelessness could happen to anyone, and many want their communities to do more to help their struggling friends and neighbors, according to a new poll commissioned by Michigan’s Campaign to End Homelessness. The survey found that 80% of Michigan voters agreed that regardless of the state of the economy, homelessness or the risk of it can happen to anyone. Statewide, only 11% believe that homelessness is a lifestyle choice, while 71% disagree.

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