Jessica Ramos: “Every New Yorker deserves a roof over their head, whether it…”

“There is only one way to get rid of shelters and that is to provide permanent housing for New Yorkers. Every New Yorker deserves a roof over their head, whether it is, whether it's an apartment as a renter, whether it's helping them finally be able to purchase a home here in New York, which has become increasingly difficult, or whether it's making sure that they're getting supportive housing. which I have been a champion for throughout my tenure in the New York State Senate. We need wraparound services for the people who are struggling.” (1:01:33–1:01:54)

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