Jackie Smith

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Jackie Smith is professor of sociology at the University of Pittsburgh and co-coordinator of Pittsburgh’s Human Rights City Alliance.
In Dublin, Ireland, a sign that reads "Housing is a Human Right."
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U.N. to U.S. Government: Do Better on Housing

June 3, 2019 | Jackie Smith and Emily Cummins

In blistering letter, U.N. special rapporteur slams the U.S. government and international companies for violating human rights through the excessive financialization of the housing market.