The editorial argues that landlords continue to pursue rent hikes despite record profits, while many New Yorkers struggle under rising costs. With rental prices consistently outpacing wage increases, many residents are forced to leave the city or make severe sacrifices in their daily lives. The article calls for immediate action to freeze rents, especially as the mayor has the authority to intervene for millions of rent-stabilized tenants. Supporting mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, who has pledged to freeze rent, is highlighted as a pivotal political move to protect renters' rights and save substantial funds for struggling families.
Landlords need yet another rent hike even after landlord profits have surged for two years in a row.
We're choosing between rent and food, medicine, or childcare.
If Adams won't freeze the rent, we have the power to elect a mayor who will.
Freezing the rent would save New Yorkers almost $600 a month over four years.
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