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Jerusalem Demsas

Atlantic writer and expert on economic and political issues, offering insights on student loan forgiveness.

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Jun 7, 2024 • 48min

The News Media’s Dangerous Addiction to ‘Fake Facts’

Jerusalem Demsas, a staff writer at The Atlantic and host of the podcast Good on Paper, dives into media biases that skew public perception. She discusses the alarming trend of negativity in news reporting, emphasizing that audiences share the blame for sensationalism. Demsas critiques misguided narratives around maternal mortality and highlights how misinformation impacts public trust, especially during crises like COVID-19. Her insights reveal the importance of critical evaluation of news, urging listeners to seek out grounded, factual discourse.
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Sep 18, 2024 • 1h 23min

Who Caused the Housing Crisis with Jerusalem Demsas

Jerusalem Demsas, a journalist and author focused on housing crises, explores the deep-rooted issues behind America's housing shortage. They discuss the emotional toll of unattainable homeownership on younger generations and the complications of local zoning laws. Gentrification is analyzed with humor, revealing misconceptions and the need for balanced urban development. The importance of community involvement in housing politics is emphasized, advocating for reforms that tackle classism and ensure tenant protections.
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Sep 16, 2024 • 58min

Is Too Much Local Democracy to Blame for the Housing Crisis?

Jerusalem Demsas, a staff writer at the Atlantic and author of "On the Housing Crisis: Land, Development, Democracy," delves into the complexities of America’s housing crisis. She argues that local governance, with its tangled zoning boards and committees, is a significant yet overlooked culprit. While many point fingers at greedy developers or corrupt politicians, she reveals how these hyper-local decisions play a critical role. Demsas emphasizes the implications for marginalized communities and discusses the necessity for reform to tackle the housing shortage.
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Sep 4, 2024 • 28min

Can Kamala cure the housing crisis?

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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Jun 11, 2024 • 40min

Money Talks: The NIMBY Catch-22

Jerusalem Demsas from The Atlantic discusses NIMBY mindset, challenges in real estate development, and the trade-offs for affordable housing with Felix Salmon. They explore the impact of luxury condos, rising house prices post-disasters, and the unexpected rise in Millennial home ownership rates.