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It’s pretty sinister that home owners can get a tax deduction but renters cannot deduct rent.

In a functioning/competitive market, wouldn't that tax break get passed along to the tenant through lower monthly rents?

IE, the problem isn't the tax break, it's the constraint on housing supply.

some states (like Mass) do allow a renters deduction on your state taxes

The total renters deduction in Massachusetts cannot exceed $4k, quite low compared to some of the tax advantages of a home.