Lack of Housing in Los Angeles Brings Activism, Art — VOA Learning English
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More and more of Judy Branfman’s friends and neighbors found themselves unable to afford housing in Venice Beach, a neighborhood in Los Angeles.
So, Branfman began photographing the houses and apartments being sold, renovated, and then resold at two or three times the cost.
Branfman thought she should be recording the growing problem of evictions and housing in Venice Beach. The writer and activist was disappointed that Venice is losing what made it an interesting, artistic neighborhood to her.
Her photo project has gained some attention. Earlier this year, Branfman started hosting community meetings where residents could share their experiences with evictions that caused them to become…
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