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antiquated_human t1_itqhida wrote

in theory, yes. But in practice, having a small number of corporations owning a large percentage of the housing has done nothing but push rent higher, not lower.

Not to mention, single family home prices didn't start to skyrocket until corporations started buying those up as well.

Until there are measures taken to prevent monopolistic control of housing, things will get worse. Since this is a country that has put healthcare and food into the Profits over People category, I don't see housing fairing any better. But it is pure fantasy to think all the apartments being built will contribute affordable living. They are just the last step in the complete corporate takeover of the daily necessities of life.

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socialistpizzaparty t1_itqi6qs wrote

I agree with all of that, but man it gets overwhelming thinking about everything needed to fix it. So let’s all do what we can and vote.

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antiquated_human t1_itqiyv4 wrote

Definitely this. Everyone vote. I don't care if you vote the same as me, just vote. Be involved.

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