US Housing Corporation

GOP Blames “Radical Left” for Looming Shutdown While Holding All Branches of Government

US housing agency blames ‘Radical Left’ for looming shutdown. The situation, as I understand it, is pretty straightforward, and it’s hard not to see the irony, frankly. The current state of affairs sees Republicans, holding the reins in the House, the Senate, and the executive branch, pointing the finger at the “Radical Left” for the possibility of a government shutdown. This is, to put it mildly, a head-scratcher. The primary criticism leveled at the agency appears to be directed at the claim that the blame for a potential shutdown lies with a group that wields absolutely no power within the government.… Continue reading

Government-Built Homes for Working-Class Americans: A Forgotten Era of Affordable Housing

In response to World War I, the U.S. government created the United States Housing Corporation, which, between 1918 and 1920, built over 80 planned communities across the nation to house nearly 100,000 workers. These developments, incorporating principles of the Garden City movement, prioritized not just shelter but also community design, including parks, schools, and shops, and emphasized single-family homes, many of which were eventually sold to residents. The Corporation also established national planning and design standards, influencing subsequent housing projects and urban planning practices. Despite its short lifespan, the initiative’s impact on American housing and urban development remains visible today.

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