May/June 1999

      Whatever Happened to the Tenants Movement? By Karen Ceraso
      As the political and economic times changed, tenant organizing waned. But many groups continue to press for the needs of low-income tenants in unsubsidized housing. Can new leaders and collaborations put housing back into a progressive agenda?
       
      Profile: Judy Nicastro By Wallis Bolz
      Running on a housing platform, Judy Nicastro brings tenant issues to Seattle voters.
       
      Shelterforce Roundtable: Housing Justice Today
      Leaders from housing and social justice organizations share views on key policy, development, and organizing issues.

      Building Effective Partnerships By Kristina Smock
      Formal structure helps empower individuals and organizations in two innovative Portland, Oregon, collaborations.
       
      Charting a New Future By Jan Breidenbach
      In the wake of diminishing resources, California CDCs find new strength in collaboration and communication.

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      Editor's Note
      Shelter Shorts/Short Takes
      Industry News
      Fundraising: Collaborative Fundraising
      Organize!: Grassroots Organizing Strengthens Housing Trust Fund
      Washington News and Views: HUD and Congress Remember HUD's "Forgotten Housing Stock"
      Washington News and Views: Congress and the Bank Modernization Legislation: Changing the U.S. Banking Industry
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