"Housing isn't supposed to be a luxury or a privilege, yet so many of us have been made to feel that it is. Housing is a basic necessity and right for every person."
"During my stay at the Clark Thomas Men's Shelter on Wards Island, I experienced crowded and unsafe conditions. There was no AC during hot summers, there were maggots in the shower, and the food constantly made us sick."
"The problem is not that New York City lacks the resources to get people housed. It's that there has not been enough political will, by prior Mayors or this Mayor, to connect people with the housing and rental assistance they need."
"Those laws passed with a veto-proof majority and are ready to go. What's missing is action. During his campaign, Mayor Mamdani promised to implement these laws."
Housing is a fundamental right, yet many New Yorkers experience unsafe and overcrowded conditions in shelters. Personal belongings are often stolen, and health risks are prevalent. The CityFHEPS program aims to assist those facing homelessness, but political will is lacking to implement necessary changes. Despite a recent law expansion with strong support, action is still needed to fulfill promises made by city leadership. Many individuals continue to struggle with housing instability, highlighting systemic failures in addressing this basic need.
Read at www.amny.com
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