The Tenant Class

In his manifesto, Ricardo Tranjan challenges the idea that the housing market is working as intended and argues that a parasitic elite is funneling wealth away from working-class families. He suggests that the tenant class has the power to fight back and secure decent homes and fair rent through collective action.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 148 pages
Publication date: 29 August 2023
Publisher: Between the Lines

In this groundbreaking manifesto, political economist Ricardo Tranjan takes a bold stance by placing tenants and landlords on opposing sides of the class divide that permeates North American society. He challenges the notion that there is a housing crisis, instead suggesting that the housing market is functioning precisely as intended. Tranjan debunks pervasive myths about renters, small-scale landlords, and housing affordability, offering a clear and concise analysis. In a society where home ownership is considered the ultimate symbol of success, Tranjan refuses to absolve landlords and governments who profit immensely from the current status quo. He emphasizes the need for the tenant class to confront powerful systems of disinformation and exploitation in their quest for decent homes and fair rents. Drawing upon a rich history of collective action in Canada, Tranjan argues that organized tenants possess the power to resist and challenge the dominant forces. This manifesto is a call to action, urging tenants to unite and fight for their rights and the rights of their communities. It serves as a reminder that housing is a fundamental human right, and that everyone deserves access to safe and affordable housing. By advocating for tenants and challenging the status quo, Tranjan offers a vision for a more equitable and just society.

Dimension: 190 x 121 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781771136228