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Housing Discrimination

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politics24 days ago•3 min saved

DOJ joins lawsuit to block Evanston's pioneering Black reparations program

The U.S. Department of Justice has joined a lawsuit seeking to halt Evanston, Illinois’ groundbreaking reparations program for Black residents and their descendants, arguing that distributing funds based on race violates equal protection. Evanston defends the program as a targeted remedy for past housing discrimination, offering up to $25,000 to those affected between 1919 and 1969 (with eligibility for later discrimination if proven) and funded by local cannabis taxes; about $6.3 million had been disbursed to hundreds of applicants as of last year. Critics say the plan is narrow in scope and questions remain about directing benefits to institutions that once discriminated against Black homeowners.

via The Guardian|

#civil-rights #department-of-justice #evanston

us-news1 month ago•4 min saved

Lawsuit Alleges Whites-Only Arkansas Enclave Rejected Applicant Over Jewish Roots, Mixed-Race Family

A real estate broker alleges a Ravenden, Arkansas whites-only settlement run by a private group rejected her bid to buy land because of her Jewish ancestry, her Black husband, and biracial children, describing the policy as an all-white community and citing federal and state fair-housing laws. The group’s co-founder says the community is a “private membership association” with selective admissions; the complaint was filed in the Eastern District of Arkansas.

via NBC News|

#arkansas #fair-housing-laws #housing-discrimination

society1 month ago•8 min saved

Lawsuit Challenges Whites-Only Arkansas Compound for Discrimination

A St. Louis real estate broker sues Return to the Land, a Ravenden, Ark., whites-only community run by white nationalists, alleging racial and ancestry-based discrimination in violation of the Fair Housing Act and Civil Rights Acts of 1866/1871. The suit, the first civil action against the group, argues private-association provisions don’t shield the venture, while Arkansas investigators probe potential violations and the founders defend their right to freely associate.

via The New York Times|

#arkansas #civil-rights #housing-discrimination

society10 months ago•14 min saved

Controversy Over Whites-Only Communities in the U.S.

A community in Arkansas called Return to the Land is being developed with explicit restrictions to white, heterosexual residents, raising legal and ethical concerns about housing discrimination and racial segregation, despite claims of legal exemptions for private groups. Authorities and civil rights groups are investigating the legality of such practices amid broader political and social debates on race and inclusion.

via The New York Times|

#arkansas-community #housing-discrimination #legal-challenges

entertainment-social-issues2 years ago•2 min saved

Wendell Pierce Alleges Racist Housing Discrimination

Actor Wendell Pierce revealed that his application for an apartment in Harlem was denied despite his substantial income and employment proof, alleging the rejection was due to racism. He criticized the systemic racism and bigotry that Black individuals face, sharing his frustration and highlighting a recent court decision blocking a grant program for Black women as another example of institutionalized racism.

via Variety|

#entertainment-social-issues #harlem #housing-discrimination

general-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Wendell Pierce Alleges Racist Rejection of Harlem Rental Application

Actor Wendell Pierce revealed on social media that his application for a New York City apartment was denied due to his race, despite providing ample proof of employment and financial stability. He used his experience to highlight the broader issue of systemic racism and bigotry, also referencing a recent court decision blocking a grant program for Black women as further evidence of institutionalized racism in America.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#bigotry #general-news #housing-discrimination

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Wendell Pierce Alleges Racial Discrimination in Harlem Apartment Denial

Actor Wendell Pierce claims he was denied an apartment in New York City due to racial discrimination, despite his extensive career and financial stability. He expressed his frustration on social media, highlighting the persistence of racism and bigotry. Fans showed support and shared their own experiences of racial inequality in the housing market.

via TooFab|

#entertainment #housing-discrimination #new-york-city

real-estate-discrimination2 years ago•8 min saved

Seller Retracts Condo Offer Upon Learning Buyer's Race

Dr. Raven Baxter, a Black molecular biologist, faced racial discrimination when the seller of a Virginia Beach condo attempted to back out of the sale upon learning her race. Despite federal laws prohibiting such discrimination, the incident highlights ongoing racial bias in the housing market. Baxter took to social media to share her experience, filed a discrimination claim, and sought legal advice. The real estate agents involved expressed shock and sympathy, and the sale is still set to close, but the incident underscores the persistent issue of racial discrimination in real estate.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#civil-rights #fair-housing-act #housing-discrimination

real-estate-discrimination2 years ago•4 min saved

"Black Scientist Denied Virginia Beach Condo Purchase Due to Race"

Dr. Raven Baxter, a black molecular biologist, was initially prevented from buying a $749,000 Virginia Beach condo after the white seller, Jane Walker, learned of her race and backed out of the deal. Baxter, who had already sent a down payment, filed a discrimination claim and shared her story on social media, garnering national attention. Following intervention from the seller's children, Baxter is now expected to proceed with the purchase.

via Daily Mail|

#civil-rights #housing-discrimination #racism

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

Seller Retracts Offer After Learning Buyer's Race

Dr. Raven Baxter, a Black molecular biologist, faced racial discrimination when a white homeowner in Virginia Beach attempted to back out of selling her a condo upon learning her race. Despite federal laws prohibiting such discrimination, the incident highlights ongoing racial bias in the housing market.

via The New York Times|

#fair-housing-act #housing-discrimination #racism

legalcivil-rights2 years ago•3 min saved

Justice Dept. Files Lawsuit Against Colony Ridge for Targeting Hispanic Home Buyers

The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against a Texas developer, Colony Ridge, alleging that the company targeted Hispanic residents by selling them subpar, unfinished homes with hidden costs in hopes of reselling the properties after the buyers defaulted. The developer, which also provided home-financing loans, allegedly exploited language barriers and used misleading ads on platforms like TikTok to trap buyers into purchasing unfinished properties. Many of the homes were in flood-prone areas, forcing buyers to spend additional money. Nearly 1 in 4 Colony Ridge homeowners ended up in foreclosure, with a default rate over 10 times the national average. The lawsuit seeks compensation for victims of the scheme.

via The Washington Post|

#hispanic-home-buyers #housing-discrimination #justice-department

health3 years ago•2 min saved

Redlining's Lingering Impact: Increased Kidney Disease and Heart Failure in Affected Communities

Redlining, a historical housing discrimination practice, continues to have lasting effects on the cardiovascular health of U.S. veterans. Research using data from the Home Owners' Loan Corporation (HOLC) found that veterans living in formerly redlined neighborhoods had higher rates of cardiovascular risk factors and were more likely to be diagnosed with chronic diseases. These neighborhoods also had worse air quality and higher noise levels, which have been linked to adverse health outcomes. The study highlights the importance of considering neighborhood environments when assessing cardiovascular risk and calls for further research to inform policies addressing health disparities in historically marginalized communities.

via The Washington Post|

#cardiovascular-health #health #housing-discrimination

law3 years ago•1 min saved

Christian school loses transgender housing appeal in Supreme Court.

The Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from the Christian College of the Ozarks in Missouri, which sued the Biden administration over its decision to protect transgender people from housing discrimination. The college claimed that the guidance conflicted with its ability to make housing assignments for students on the basis of sex assigned at birth. Lower courts sided with the Biden administration, finding that the college did not have standing to sue. The 2021 guidance does not require the school "or any other housing provider to do or refrain from doing anything."

via USA TODAY|

#biden-administration #christian-college #housing-discrimination

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

Chinese citizens sue Florida for home and land ownership restrictions.

Chinese citizens living in Florida have sued the state to strike down a new law that would bar citizens of China and several other countries from owning homes and land in the state. The law, which takes effect July 1, is unconstitutional and violates a federal law banning housing discrimination, according to the lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). The law prohibits individuals who are "domiciled" in China and are not U.S. citizens or green card holders from owning buildings or land in Florida.

via Reuters|

#aclu #chinese-citizens #florida

housing3 years ago•5 min saved

Washington Governor Inslee Signs Housing Bills to Increase Availability and Affordability.

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee signed a slate of housing-related bills to address the housing crisis, including legislation to overcome racist real estate covenants and allocate over $1 billion to address homelessness and affordable housing. The state must build over one million homes by 2040 to pace population growth. The new laws encourage gentle densification of urban neighborhoods without expense to their character or curb appeal, discourage abuses of damage deposits, and consolidate local permit review processes. The budget includes hundreds of millions of dollars to support rental assistance, homeownership programs, and more.

via Medium|

#affordable-housing #homelessness #housing