Housing Affordability and Justice in Minnesota

The chapter delves into the challenges faced by marginalized communities in accessing affordable housing in major cities like Minneapolis and St. Paul, discussing disparities, regulatory changes, and collaborative efforts to address housing injustices. It explores the impact of high housing costs on renters, particularly black, indigenous, and people of color households, as well as challenges in suburban and rural areas such as manufactured home communities. The episode emphasizes the importance of viewing housing as a necessity, touches on zoning reform efforts to improve affordability, and highlights partnerships to educate on historical racism and segregation in the region.