All of these programs are band-aids at best. Most, like this, will force middle class rents even higher, putting more strain on the system.

The causes of ever-increasing rent are clear, but unpopular to address. We need more transit and living opportunities in healthy, job-rich areas so that 100 people aren't competing for a tiny apartment. Sadly, any movement to do so is attacked as "gentrification" or nonsense about "luxury" apartments. So, nothing gets done and people continue to get priced out. :/