Homeownership has always been the path to the American Dream for most people.  It is one of the few ways middle-class American can accumulate wealth.  Please read the following articles. The first gives an in-depth view of what is happening nationwide and the second focuses on Texas. 

https://www.propublica.org/article/when-private-equity-becomes-your-landlordLinks to an external site.

https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/home-buying-investors-legislature-bills/Links to an external site.

 

To create a response use the following structure/outline.

1. Understanding the Author's Argument:

• What is the main argument presented by the author in this week's reading or video?
• How does the author support their argument? Identify key supporting elements.

2. Analyzing the Conflict Between Democracy and the Economy:

• In your own words, what is the fundamental conflict between democracy and the economy, as highlighted in the material?
• How does money play a role in this conflict, impacting democratic principles like participation, an informed populace, and equality?

3. Identifying Stakeholders:

• Who are the key stakeholders involved in the issues discussed (legislators, interest groups, the public, industry, etc.)?
• Evaluate whether these stakeholders are representing public interests or special interests. Provide specific examples to support your assessment.

4. Sharing Personal Insights:

• If you were to explain the main points of the article or video to a friend, how would you complete this sentence: "Until I read/watched this, I never knew...."?
• Identify aspects of the material that surprised you or prompted further consideration. Explain the significance of these moments and why they made you rethink certain perspectives.

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1 Understanding the Authors Argument In the article When Private Equity Becomes Your Landlord by ProPublica the main argument is that the increasing presence of private equity firms in the housing mar... View the full answer