Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Absolutely, we must approve more initiatives to promote housing development. This is essential to combat the housing crisis facing many Americans today. By increasing access to affordable housing, we not only support individual and family stability but also drive economic growth and community development. Housing is a human right, and we must act now to ensure it is accessible to all.

As someone who represents one of the most high-demand areas in the country, I strongly support establishing rent price controls. Housing is a fundamental human right, and without rent controls, too many working families are priced out of their communities. We need policies that ensure affordability and stability for all residents, not just those who can outbid others in a heated market.

As someone who has seen firsthand the struggles of working families in my district, I strongly believe that evictions should be banned for vulnerable families without alternative housing. Housing is a fundamental human right, and we must ensure that no family is left without a safe place to live simply because of economic hardship. We have the ability and responsibility to provide social safety nets that protect our most vulnerable populations, especially during crises.

I strongly disagree with selling public land to private developers. Public land is a precious resource that should be preserved for the benefit of all people, not just for private profit. We need to protect our natural spaces and ensure they remain accessible to the public for recreation and conservation. Selling them off to private developers would prioritize short-term financial gain over long-term environmental sustainability and community access.

I believe that vertical construction can help reduce housing prices, especially in urban areas like New York City where land is scarce. By building upwards, we can maximize the use of limited space, increase housing supply, and potentially make housing more affordable for our communities.