Abstract
A common concern of black mayors is the housing condition in their cities. While housing is a common problem of all mayors, a disproportionately high percentage of black mayors see this factor as most critical in reversing their declining cities. This paper reviews specific policies undertaken by cities with black mayors. The success of these policies is dependent upon other policies taken by surrounding jurisdictions and by state and federal governments.
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