

Abolish Rent w/ Tracy Rosenthal and Leonardo Vilchis (09/19/24)
Sep 19, 2024
Tracy Rosenthal and Leonardo Vilchis, authors and activists in the tenants movement, dive deep into the housing crisis and the failings of so-called affordable housing. They advocate for abolishing rent, framing housing as a human right. Their insights highlight the importance of grassroots organizing and collective struggles against gentrification. The discussion also touches on the enduring effects of the pandemic on housing and public health, showcasing the need for solidarity among marginalized communities.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Abolishing Rent: The Struggle for Housing Rights
01:40 • 16min
The Case for Rent Abolition
17:44 • 24min
Collective Struggles for Housing Justice
41:42 • 32min
The Intersection of Public Health and Housing: A Pandemic Perspective
01:13:38 • 5min
Power, Housing, and Collective Struggles
01:18:21 • 11min
Celebrating Collaboration and Community in Tenant Organizing
01:29:01 • 2min
Gratitude, Engagement, and Social Reflections
01:31:06 • 4min