More than half of New York City residents are rent-burdened, according to the 2023 New York City Housing and Vacancy Survey. From new mothers priced out of their neighborhoods to seniors relying on roommates to make rent, housing affordability is a growing concern.

A political candidate's position on rent control, rent stabilization and tenant protection could influence the future of affordable housing in New York City. Watch this episode of Your Voice Matters to learn what’s behind the rising rents and how rent control and tenant protection policies might affect the rental market.

Featuring Leah Goodridge, attorney, former Rent Guidelines Board member and current NYC Planning Commissioner, and Cea Weaver, coalition director of Housing Justice for All.

This episode was produced in collaboration with    / @epicenter_nyc  

Featuring Housing Justice for All    / @housingjusticeforall4567  

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