This is paramount for many low-and fixed-income
New Yorkers because they are not further burdened for not abandoning
their homes. And the displacement continues to occur in New York City, Madam
Speaker. It is a harsh reality after tenants on the private market are
evicted, bought out, or cannot afford a rent increase. After losing
their home, families have few choices. Some families end up in
overcrowded apartments, if they are lucky, living with another family
member or living with a stranger. David, who is a Mexican immigrant, lives in Washington Heights. He
lives with 12 other people in a 750-square-foot section of the
basement. Another 14 people live in the other half.
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