DC Metro News

Friday December 04, 2009

The Rebirth of Real Cooperation

DC Metro - When the Arlandria Chirilagua Housing Cooperative took definitive shape in the early 90s after a 10-year organizational effort, its residents hoped to stomp out the evictions, rent increases and utility hikes plaguing the low-income development on the Northeast fringe of the city. As owners of the 282-unit co-op, the tenants - mostly immigrants - and their elected board of directors would control their own rents and voice effectively their opinions related to their home. Thirteen years later, the ACHC has seen internal tumult among its members and between them - specifically members of the board.Read More >

Wednesday October 21, 2009

A One-Track System

DC Metro - After years of criticizing a 'two-track system', Tenants and Workers United finally declares truce with school officials.Read More >

Thursday July 09, 2009

Struggle For Freedom Recognized at Juneteenth Celebration!

DC Metro - On Saturday June 20, 2009, Chirilagua, Alexandria gathered at Tenants and Workers United offices to honor the triumphs and achievements of the African-American community in the struggle for freedom. Hundreds of families turned out for an afternoon of BBQ, music, and dance.Read More >

Friday May 15, 2009

Voices On the Frontlines of the Economic Crisis

DC Metro - Right To The City and allies testify before the Congressional Progressive Caucus on how the crisis is impacting their communities.Read More >

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