SAGE News Clips: Increasing Rent RatesDescription: At a town hall meeting in Seattle, residents speak out about the rising rent rates in Seattle that is driving out those who do not work in the technology bubble, like Facebook and Amazon. A 2015 report conducted by the National Low Income Housing Coalition reiterates that higher rents mean "no margin for any kind of emergency." We meet Seattle social worker Barbara Brownstein whose rent will double even though she has not had a cost of living raise in 5 years. With one in four renters spending half their paycheck on rent, childcare, food, and medical costs are seen as "extras" or luxury items.Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 178 and watch the video. When you've finished
watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following questions:Which of the following is NOT a broad reason put forth to explain recent increases in income inequality?
A. deindustralization
B. technological advances
C. the rise of labor unions
D. political climate
Answer: C
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