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Fair Housing Month- NH's History of Redlining & Fair Housing
Fair Housing Month- NH's History of Redlining & Fair Housing
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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Apr 17, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
Join us as we delve into the crucial topic of fair housing with our esteemed guest, Ruth Dillingham. With decades of experience as a Real Estate Conveyance attorney and a dedicated advocate for Fair Housing, Ruth provides invaluable insights.
In this episode, we explore the rich history of the Fair Housing Act and shine a light on New Hampshire's own past of segregation, particularly in its largest city, Manchester. Ruth skillfully guides us through the lingering effects of redlining, illuminating how this discriminatory practice continues to shape the landscape of Manchester today. Moreover, we delve into the intersection of redlining and the current housing crisis, offering thought-provoking perspectives on the challenges we face and potential pathways forward.
Link to Manchester NH's Redlined Map: https://278825.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/278825/NH_Manchester_1937.tif
To learn more about the Fair Housing Act:
The Fair Housing Act: Fifty years later | National Museum of American History
In this episode, we explore the rich history of the Fair Housing Act and shine a light on New Hampshire's own past of segregation, particularly in its largest city, Manchester. Ruth skillfully guides us through the lingering effects of redlining, illuminating how this discriminatory practice continues to shape the landscape of Manchester today. Moreover, we delve into the intersection of redlining and the current housing crisis, offering thought-provoking perspectives on the challenges we face and potential pathways forward.
Link to Manchester NH's Redlined Map: https://278825.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/278825/NH_Manchester_1937.tif
To learn more about the Fair Housing Act:
The Fair Housing Act: Fifty years later | National Museum of American History
Released:
Apr 17, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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