I don't think renters ever voted significantly. That being said, this is true. 60% of LA county rents, yet in local elections, 60% of voters are homeowners, and

I don't think renters ever voted significantly. That being said, this is true. 60% of LA county rents, yet in local elections, 60% of voters are homeowners, and only half of eligible voters participated in the last election despite everyone being mailed a ballot by default and having almost a month to fill it out. Density also helps landowners, lots that are zoned for multifamily are worth more.