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News Round-Up: The Chopping Block
Last week, we asked you if housing programs in your community were feeling the effects of the economic downturn. In Chicago, city leaders have called on Illinois’ Congressional delegation to maintain HUD funding. Citing NLIHC’s budget charts, this article notes that the Chicago Housing Authority could see an up to 27% cut in its operating… Continue reading
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Talk of the Town: Far From Consensus
The Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction is “far from a consensus.” The Senate is voting down the jobs bill piece by piece, and both houses of Congress are putting forward appropriations bills that could make devastating cuts to housing programs. Meanwhile, states continue to make deep budget cuts as they brace for another year… Continue reading
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NLIHC State and Local Organizing Award Honors Housing Advocacy Efforts
Without the dedicated support of our members, NLIHC would not be able to do the work we do. Our members take time out of their busy schedules to take action on important housing issues. Our members develop strong relationships with their Members of Congress, which allows us to have a greater impact when meeting with… Continue reading
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NLIHC Media Awards Recognize Excellence in Journalism
A free press is central to a working democracy. We need access to independent journalism that works in the public interest. We need reporting that will give us information we can act on. But in America’s rapidly changing media environment, budget cuts and market forces make it harder for news outlets to cover every issue… Continue reading
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News Round-Up: Balancing Act
NLIHC has long called for enactment of a balanced housing policy in the United States, and the continuing foreclosure crisis has lead to renewed interest in a “rebalancing” of America’s housing policy. This rebalanced housing policy would provide greater support for rental housing, matching the true housing needs of our nation and making it possible… Continue reading
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