The article discusses Brian Goldstone's upcoming book, 'There Is No Place For Us: Working and Homeless in America,' which explores the often-ignored segment of the homeless population known as the 'invisible homeless.' It highlights the struggles of five families in Atlanta, where high housing costs due to gentrification have left many low-income workers in precarious living conditions. Goldstone argues for a wider definition of homelessness and emphasizes policy solutions to address the systemic issues that hinder access to stable housing for working families stuck in a cycle of instability.
The public's view of homelessness is often limited to those visible on the streets, overlooking a larger segment known as the 'invisible homeless,' who live with others or in transitional accommodations.
In 'There Is No Place For Us,' Brian Goldstone highlights the struggles of five families in Atlanta, impacted by gentrification and a narrow definition of homelessness that excludes them.
Goldstone's narrative describes the daily challenges faced by these families, from navigating housing vouchers to the complexities of laws favoring landlords, revealing the struggles of working families.
The book's epilogue emphasizes the need for a broader understanding of homelessness, advocating for policy changes that include the often overlooked populations affected by housing instability.
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