Making Sense with Sam Harris #236 — Rebooting New York City
Feb 11, 2021
In a thought-provoking discussion, Andrew Yang, a former presidential candidate and mayoral hopeful, dives into the future of New York City. He shares his personal experience with COVID-19, emphasizing the importance of empathy during crisis. Yang tackles pressing issues like rising crime rates, homelessness, and the city's economic recovery, suggesting innovative solutions such as universal basic income. He also promotes political reforms like ranked choice voting to enhance democracy, revealing his vision for a revitalized, progressive city.
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NYC's COVID Impact
- New York City has been significantly impacted by COVID-19, impacting jobs, tourism, and small businesses.
- The city's dependence on large gatherings makes recovery challenging.
Office Space Shift
- Remote work is changing how offices are used, impacting New York's commercial real estate.
- Adapting office spaces and ensuring safety through vaccinations and testing is necessary.
Combating Homelessness
- Prevent evictions by ensuring legal representation for tenants and extending the moratorium.
- Repurpose vacant hotels into affordable housing to combat homelessness.