Federal Housing Assistance Shrinks as Cost of Rent Rises - The New York Times
After decades of rising rents, housing assistance for the poorest tenants has fallen to the lowest level in nearly a quarter-century. The three main federal programs for the neediest renters — public housing, Section 8, and Housing Choice Vouchers — serve 287,000 fewer households than they did at their peak in 2004, a new analysis shows. That is a 6 percent drop, while the number of eligible households without aid grew by about a quarter, to 15 million.
When I was a young attorney working in Boston, I decided to live in an apartment complex with subsidized housing and Section 8 units. This was an eye-opening experience about how tough it is for some people to make ends meet in a metropolitan area with a high-cost of living.
Sources - Aaron Rodgers likely to be medically cleared next week - ESPN
Miraculous! Or, Rodgers overstated his injury.
Steelers vs. Colts | December 16, 2023 The Steelers are a disgrace. Can’t play without a QB. Significant offensive talent is being wasted.
What are the top US exports to China? Soybeans. I’m not kidding. Read the article.
Big Ben Roethlisberger says Steelers tradition might be done - ESPN
Say it ain’t so.
Sentenced to Life for an Accident Miles Away | The New Yorker
When Donna heard the charges, she asked, How is this even possible? Ian had learned the answer in law school: a sweeping and uniquely American legal doctrine, often couched in terms of justice for victims’ families, called felony murder. To engage in certain unlawful activities, the theory goes, is to assume full responsibility if a death occurs—regardless of intent.
Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers on 10-year, $700M contract - ESPN
Overpaid. Dodgers will not win a championship for 10 years.