Cambridge is often called a progressive city – but for many residents, that is not the reality.

This year, Cambridge voters can elect a City Council that would take major steps to bring progressive changes to meet the needs of residents facing the biggest economic and social challenges.

The next council could address the housing needs of low- and moderate-income residents. It can protect tenants from skyrocketing rent increases and no-fault evictions. It can request that the state Legislature allow us to enact rent control. It can fund housing vouchers beyond the current one-year limit. It can support new, proven strategies to create more homes, such as social housing and the Cambridge Community Land Trust. It can take steps to reduce homelessness. The city should support tenant organize

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