Politix

Can Kamala cure the housing crisis?

Sep 4, 2024
This week, Jerusalem Demsas, a contributor to The Atlantic focusing on housing issues, joins to tackle the housing crisis amidst the 2024 campaign. The discussion highlights Barack Obama's surprising embrace of YIMBY policies at the DNC, while Kamala Harris takes a more cautious approach. Demsas critiques oversimplified housing narratives, advocating for zoning reforms to enhance affordability. The complex relationship between housing policies, local economies, and community resistance is explored, revealing the challenges Democrats face in addressing these pressing issues.
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