This video is about left-wing NIMBYism — “not in my backyard” opposition to new housing that appeals to language of affordability and inclusivity or skepticism of markets and capitalism.

The idea is that market-rate housing, especially expensive new builds, doesn’t help the housing crisis and might even hurt. Real affordability comes from social or non-profit housing, mandating affordability in private projects, and rent control on existing units.

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