Jessica Ramos: “200,000 people, long list, waiting list.”

“But. But clearly we also have to build more. I also want to prioritize the repair of the 5,000 plus NYCHA apartments that have been warehoused by the city. Right. 200,000 people, long list, waiting list. These are all opportunities that are right in front of us. Talking about tackling homelessness and housing without even getting to tax abatements for big real estate, and without even …” (25:26–25:31)

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