What references can a person use to make the statement have a positive outcome: name reference and in text citation The lack of affordable housing in Detroit is a critical barrier to reducing poverty. As Gordon and Sands (1973) discuss in their study, the housing market in Detroit has long been problematic, with high demand and low supply exacerbating the cost issues. This imbalance makes it difficult for low-income families to find suitable housing, pushing them into poverty or preventing them from escaping it. To address this, policy changes that incentivize the construction of affordable housing units could be implemented, potentially stabilizing the housing market, and providing relief to those in need