Yolanda Jackson, a single mother from Georgia, shares her harrowing experience with eviction during the pandemic, revealing the emotional and financial stress faced by many renters. Matthew Desmond, a sociology professor at Princeton, provides insight into the broader eviction crisis, discussing legislative responses and the limitations of federal aid. They explore the impact of unemployment on families and question the effectiveness of current relief measures amid rising eviction rates, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable housing solutions.
