U.S. Senate Human Rights Subcommittee Chairman Jon Ossoff appeared on The Rashad Richey Morning Show this morning to address the critical issues surrounding substandard housing conditions faced by low-income families across America. This discussion followed a hearing held yesterday in Roswell, GA. Where the subcommittee on human rights and law received heart-wrenching testimonies from Georgia tenants about dangerous housing conditions that have posed serious threats to their health and safety. Witnesses vividly testified about sewage leaks, insufficient safety infrastructure, bug infestations, and the chronic lack of maintenance and repairs in their residential units.
During the interview, Senator Ossoff discussed the profound impact of the witness testimonies and expert analyses presented during the hearing. He spoke passionately about the distressing accounts of families living in squalid conditions, highlighting the unimaginable challenges faced by parents, especially those with young children, in securing basic necessities such as hot water and safe living environments. Senator Ossoff underscored the gravity of the situation, emphasizing that these are not mere inconveniences but life-threatening issues that demand immediate attention and rectification.
A central theme of the conversation revolved around the systemic failures that have allowed landlords and property managers to neglect their responsibilities while receiving substantial taxpayer funding. Senator Ossoff lamented the lack of accountability and enforcement mechanisms in place, pointing to the deficiencies in the inspection processes that fail to address hazardous living conditions adequately. He articulated the need for a paradigm shift within agencies like HUD , urging for a culture that prioritizes the well-being and rights of tenants over bureaucratic red tape.
In response to questions about potential solutions, Senator Ossoff acknowledged the possible necessity of additional resources and staffing to bolster enforcement efforts. However, he reiterated that a fundamental change in values, commitment, and competence within agencies like HUD is imperative to address the systemic issues plaguing the housing sector effectively. The Senator emphasized the importance of establishing the truth, advocating for well-informed change based on facts and evidence.
Looking ahead, Senator Ossoff disclosed his plans to collaborate with colleagues on the Senate Banking Committee to spearhead further inquiries and legislative actions. He expressed his intention to engage with Secretary Fudge at HUD to address the systemic failures and ensure accountability for landlords and property managers.
To listen to the full interview, click the link above.
Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.
The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey’ on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.
Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.
Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master’s thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master’s thesis was adapted into a book titled, ‘Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures’, which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre book on the Amazon platform.
Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.
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