Healthy Maine Talks

Deb Ibonwa, Esq, Maine Equal Justice, on Maine's Housing Crisis

September 13, 2023 Matthew
Deb Ibonwa, Esq, Maine Equal Justice, on Maine's Housing Crisis
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Healthy Maine Talks
Deb Ibonwa, Esq, Maine Equal Justice, on Maine's Housing Crisis
Sep 13, 2023
Matthew

“It is my belief based on the research I've done that in America and in Maine the reason for zoning restrictions at its root is because of race and racism.”--Deb Ibonwa, Esq.

Deb Ibonwa, Esq, Legal Advocate with Maine Equal Justice, joins Matt this month to discuss the housing crisis in Maine. Deb makes clear that while there are many facets to the housing crisis, we can pass policies that encourage developers to build truly affordable housing.

*This episode is supported by the New England Public Health Training Center*

Show Notes

“It is my belief based on the research I've done that in America and in Maine the reason for zoning restrictions at its root is because of race and racism.”--Deb Ibonwa, Esq.

Deb Ibonwa, Esq, Legal Advocate with Maine Equal Justice, joins Matt this month to discuss the housing crisis in Maine. Deb makes clear that while there are many facets to the housing crisis, we can pass policies that encourage developers to build truly affordable housing.

*This episode is supported by the New England Public Health Training Center*