Introduction. My take on New York City’s high cost of living crisis is simple: The government’s response was too little, too late. Sure, some things were unforeseeable — like the pandemic and the recent migrant crisis, both of which put immense strain on the city’s resources. But the affordability crisis itself wasn’t a surprise. The warning signs … Continue reading The High Cost of Living in New York City Discussion with ChatGPT. Financialization, Greed, and Corruption have gentrified the city.