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Burnham could potentially attempt to borrow to fund more public housing, but he would have to ensure this was consistent with the fiscal rules he has also said he will retain.

From BBC Jul. 17, 2026

Rae Huang, a 43-year-old community organizer and democratic socialist, is waging a long-shot campaign for L.A. mayor, focusing on free buses, public housing and police abuse.

From Los Angeles Times May 31, 2026

Growing up in Philadelphia public housing, Jazmeen Chisholm didn’t have many career role models.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 21, 2026

He wants to increase the number of bike lanes, parks and green walking paths, as well as improve public housing in a capital of 2 million people where rent is often prohibitive.

From Barron's Mar. 15, 2026

Expenditures on public housing have fallen since the 1980s, and the expansion of public rental subsidies came to a halt in the mid-1990s.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich



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