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Housing
Eviction of 300-Person Encampment in California Shows Scorn for Right to Housing
The destruction of the camp that was home to over 300 unhoused people in Oakland laid bare the brutality of capitalism.
The Struggle Against “Cop City” Has Decades-Old Roots in Atlanta
The city has a history of elevating business interests and wealthy white communities over Black and working-class folks.
Cori Bush Establishes Congressional Caucus to End Homelessness in the US
The establishment of the caucus comes as evictions and housing shortages are on the rise.
Lawsuit Uncovers Chicago’s Failure to Provide Disability Protections in Housing
Advocates say people with disabilities are suffering the worst consequences of the U.S.’s affordable housing crisis.
Berlin’s Pledge to Socialize a Quarter Million Apartments Faces Obstruction
Politicians and corporate landlords have tried to block the plan, but voters have a chance to push back in new election.
Biden’s Proposed Renters Bill of Rights Is Insufficient, Housing Advocates Say
Activists say it is full of weak commitments, while landlords retain the power to set prices and hoard housing stock.
Resident-Owned Communities Are a Step Toward Housing and Climate Justice
Manufactured homes are most susceptible to climate change, but housing cooperatives can give power back to residents.
“The Rent Is Too High”: Warren, Bowman Ask Biden to Fight Crushing Housing Costs
The lawmakers warn that homelessness will continue to worsen as long as housing prices rise unmitigated.
The Eviction Crisis Is Aiding the GOP’s Voter Suppression Schemes
Struggles with eviction can translate into disenfranchisement at the ballot box.
New Bill Targets Hedge Fund Stranglehold on Housing Market
The legislation aims to prevent rich investors from taking advantage of renters and limiting homeownership.