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True Life: I Was an NLIHC Intern
Earlier this year, we shared this post from our Communications Associate, Sarah Brundage, about the value of interning at NLIHC. We’re still looking for Spring interns for the Policy, Communications, and Research teams. Read the listing and apply here. Everyone’s career has to start somewhere and for many, it all began in a cubicle as… Continue reading
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Tenant Talk: Looking Ahead to an Election Year
The winter issue of Tenant Talk hit the mail today, and in it you’ll find lots of great information to get you ready for 2012. First and foremost, we cover everything you need to know to be prepared to register and vote in the 2012 elections. From voter turnout trends to where to go to… Continue reading
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News Round-Up: A Day in the Life of the 99%
From one coast to the other, lower income people are suffering due to housing challenges created or worsened by the recession. In Oakland, renters forced out of their homes when their landlords entered foreclosure are standing up for the rights of renters, and some are foregoing policy fixes altogether and occupying vacant homes. Meanwhile, the… Continue reading
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1 Click to Help Protect Housing for Low Income Americans
Millions of Americans are in need of more affordable housing today. With just one click, you can help us create public policy that meets those housing needs. By making a tax-exempt donation to NLIHC this holiday season, you are supporting our mission to achieve socially just public policy that assures people with the lowest incomes… Continue reading
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2 Policy Requests to Make of Your Member of Congress
This week we’ve taken a look back at some of NLIHC’s favorite photos from 2011, facts that drive our advocacy, and member stories that inspire us. Still, it’s hard to deny that this year has been a crucial and at times challenging one for affordable housing. Between the FY12 T-HUD budget cuts and further losses… Continue reading