Less visible than the rise of income inequality in America is its impact in shaping the country’s urban neighborhoods. Two books—by Matthew Desmond and Mitchell Duneier—could help change that.
Low-income families spend more than 80 percent of their budget on things like housing, food, and health care—that’s a lot more than 30 years ago.
The city is facing a housing crisis, but despite its progressive reputation, it’s done little to ensure affordability for longtime residents.
About 7.5 million people still owe more on their mortgages than their homes are worth. And in some counties, numbers are climbing.
University presidents are scrambling for answers on everything from on-campus housing to revenue-generating sports.
No. Changes are necessary -- they just need to be applied very carefully.