Louisville Residents Rally for Affordable Housing

Louisville Residents March for Affordable HousingLouisville Residents March for Affordable Housing Louisville, Kentucky – Hundreds of Louisville residents took to the streets on Saturday, demanding affordable housing for all. The rally, organized by the Housing Justice League, drew support from tenant unions, labor groups, and community organizations. “Louisville is in a housing crisis,” said Sarah Jones, a spokesperson for the Housing Justice League. “Families are being priced out of their homes, and people are living on the streets. We need immediate action to ensure everyone has a safe and affordable place to live.” The rally participants marched from Jefferson Square Park to Metro Hall, where they delivered a petition with over 10,000 signatures to Mayor Greg Fischer. The petition called on the city to invest in affordable housing, protect tenants from evictions, and end homelessness. “We are not asking for charity,” said Maria Rodriguez, a single mother who works two jobs. “We are simply demanding our fair share. Affordable housing is a basic human right.” The rally comes amidst a growing housing crisis in Louisville. According to a recent report by the Louisville Metro Housing Authority, over 56,000 households in the city pay more than half of their income on housing. In addition, over 1,000 people are experiencing homelessness on any given night. “The cost of housing is skyrocketing, while wages are stagnant,” said Councilman Brandon Coan, who joined the rally. “We need to prioritize affordable housing and make sure everyone has a roof over their head.” The mayor’s office has acknowledged the need for affordable housing. In his budget proposal for the upcoming year, Fischer has included funding for new affordable housing units and rent subsidies. However, activists say that more needs to be done. “We are not going to stop until everyone in Louisville has a safe and affordable place to live,” said Jones. “The fight for housing justice is just beginning.”