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In other words, the USA does not have a housing shortage.

We just want to live in the most desirable places -- no surprise -- and we'll even be homeless to do so. Having a house of your own in Detroit is evidently less desirable than being homeless in San Francisco. Dignity has gone out of style, and the assistance is pretty good these days.

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Without a job, without a way to pay taxes how do you not end up homeless again? A 500 USD home is not a one time payment. The article mentions a couple who worked for 30+ years (and I assume have your approved level of dignity?) losing their home.

not to mention it is mostly a food desert

Hey, as long as they have an internet connection to HN, all is good!

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