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Abolish Rent w/ Tracy Rosenthal and Leonardo Vilchis (09/19/24)

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Abolishing Rent: The Struggle for Housing Rights

In this chapter, co-founders of the LA Tenants Union discuss their book 'Abolish Rent', advocating for housing as a human right and critiquing the commodification of housing. The narrative explores the history of tenant organizing, systemic issues of racism and gentrification, and the successes of collective action in preserving affordable housing. Through grassroots organizing and community connections, the chapter highlights the urgent need to confront rising rents and promote solidarity among tenants for systemic change.

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