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>> Maybe solving for housing first is a way to eliminate some of the suffering in the world. That's probably true, but the ability to do it strongly depends (I
by phkahler 2y ago
>> Maybe solving for housing first is a way to eliminate some of the suffering in the world.
That's probably true, but the ability to do it strongly depends (I'm thinking US centric here) on keeping the borders closed to illegal immigration. The last thing you want is a flood of people coming for the free/cheap housing. BTW I believe the US currently has a housing shortage, particularly at the lower end of the market.
- Jolter 2y agoI don’t know of any place (including Finland) that would consider people without a residence permit to be eligible for “housing first”. It is a fairly simple filter to implement, and should solve your problem.
- bluGill 2y agoWhy do we need to close the borders at all? Most people crossing the border are looking for a good life including a good job, not handouts. Let those people in and get a job and they will provide more than enough economic gain to offset the homeless. (the above is a bit too simple and thus wrong, but not nearly as simple are your analysis)
- phkahler 2y ago>> Why do we need to close the borders at all? Because those people need a place to live and they don't bring a home with them. It's added stress on the market. I will also be costly for any program that subsidizes housing in any way.