Alva Gotby, "Feeling at Home: Transforming the Politics of Housing" (Verso, 2025)
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Ontological Security and Housing Inequality
This chapter examines the importance of feeling secure in one's living environment, particularly in the context of poor housing conditions faced by marginalized groups. It highlights the health impacts of inadequate housing, the stigma of surplus populations, and the political ramifications of the valorization of home ownership. Furthermore, the chapter advocates for community solidarity and suggests reforms to make renting a more sustainable and desirable option in the face of the housing crisis.
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