& Justice
Interviews
Real people, real conversations.
Real Estate Agents and Upper-Class Homeowners
Interviews with real estate agents and upper-class homeowners revealed a largely unified perspective: strong opposition to public rental housing. Many expressed the belief that policies promoting social mixing run counter to the government's stated objectives. They argued that socioeconomic integration in residential spaces not only reinforces existing divisions between upper-class homeowners and lower-income renters but also poses economic and practical disadvantages for property owners in targeted redevelopment areas.
Their concerns ranged from decreased property values to perceived declines in neighborhood quality. Overall, their stance was shaped by a combination of social discomfort and economic self-interest, forming a clear and consistent anti-rental housing position.
Interview 1 [Homeowner]
Interview 2 [Homeowner]
Interview 3 [Homeowner]
Interview 4 [Homeowner]
Interview 5 [Homeowner]
Interview 6 [Homeowner]
Youth and Lower-Middle-Class Renters
In stark contrast, interviews with younger individuals and lower-middle-class renters highlighted widespread dissatisfaction with the current housing system—though from a different angle. This group emphasized the lack of government support for young adults, particularly those in their 20s and 30s, who face mounting challenges securing stable and affordable housing.
Several participants criticized the limitations of existing rental programs, citing inadequate housing size, limited access to quality amenities, and exclusion from more desirable neighborhoods. Their responses reflected a growing frustration with the system’s failure to provide not just affordability, but dignity and opportunity.