And Another Thing With Dave, by Dave Smith

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In this episode I include clips from and comment on an episode of The Empire Files with Abby Martin titled,

 Homelessness Can Be Eradicated - Fight Big Real Estate with Nathya Raman. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAiEo7Tt-Os&t=1220s

In the part 2 of the podcast on homelessness, the host delves into the issue by sharing segments from an episode of "Empire Files with Abby Martin." The focus is on an interview with Nithya Raman, a candidate for LA City Council District 4, who advocates for ending homelessness. Raman, an urban planning expert, sheds light on the hidden aspects of homelessness, emphasizing that visible tent encampments are just the tip of the iceberg. She discusses the demographic shifts and the challenges faced by those struggling with homelessness, including lack of access to basic facilities like showers and bathrooms.

Raman critiques the systemic issues in Los Angeles, where containment policies led to concentrated homelessness in specific neighborhoods, allowing politicians to avoid addressing root causes. The discussion then explores the skyrocketing housing costs in Los Angeles, with a 65% increase in rents over the past decade. Raman attributes this to the construction of luxury units, driven by influential developers with deep pockets, contributing to the lack of affordable housing. The podcast host expresses agreement with Raman's perspective and emphasizes the need for comprehensive, multifaceted solutions to address homelessness.

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