I think it's quite clear that access to affordable, adequate, suitable housing is absolutely essential. If we want to tackle the issues of poverty, housing is foundational. It's fundamental. First and foremost, we need additional housing. When we talk about affordable housing, it is not necessarily just affordable to those of the lowest income; we also need affordable housing for those we refer to as the working poor.
On February 9th, 2017. See this statement in context.