Gentrification Kills: Fatal Building Collapse in Brooklyn

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By Marc W. Polite

Luxury building and overdevelopment has consequences. This week, a building collapsed in Brooklyn. Due to this collapse, so far 8 people have died. Nearby construction ocuring is said to be the reason, and there were reports of problems at the site in the past.

Upon further investigation, it appears that a stop work order was essentially ignored, and a small fine was paid so work could continue.

When will the insatiable greed of the real estate industry be reigned in? What will it take?

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