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Who's Responsible for the Housing Crisis?
Sep 3, 2024
Yoni Appelbaum, deputy executive editor at Atlantic, joins host Jerusalem Demsas to unravel the hidden drivers of America’s housing crisis. They discuss how local governments, despite a favorable public image, are exacerbating issues like rising rents and economic stagnation. Appelbaum highlights the disconnect between local voters and decision-makers, and how zoning policies stifle mobility and exacerbate the affordable housing shortage. The conversation also touches on the role of activist groups challenging these entrenched local policies.
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- Local government is a significant driver of the housing crisis, negatively affecting economic mobility and productivity in American cities.
- The current housing crisis is intricately linked to inadequate supply and restrictive zoning laws that hinder necessary development.
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