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Michael Blake: “We have to change when it comes to middle class and working…”

Featuring: Michael Blake, Democratic | Former Candidate, U.S. House New York, District 15

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Don Lemon Show Interview with New York City Mayoral Candidate Michael Blake

Published | Video Starts at 05:20

Second, when we think about affordability, we have to be very clear on how do we make sure that people can own and keep a home. And I do believe We have to change when it comes to middle class and working class housing in particular. why do we look at credit scores when someone's consistently paid their rent on time? It's a way to block people out from becoming a homeowner. (05:20–05:25)

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Advocates for changes in housing policies for middle and working-class families.

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