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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 8h

Utility Billing Scam Provides Landlords a Way to Circumvent Rent Control and Tenant Protections. larrygross4.substack.com/p/landlord-r...

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Landlord Ripoff Utility Billing Scam RUBS Tenants Wrong Way

RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing System) Must Be Banned

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Thanks again to CityWatch Los Angeles for reposting my article on how Los Angeles's Small Lot Subdivision Ordinance promotes developer profiteering, the loss of existing affordable housing and leads to neighborhood gentrification. www.citywatchla.com/los-angeles/...

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How L.A.’s Small Lot Law Sparked Evictions—and How Tenants Fought Bac

CityWatch is published 24/7 with special e-news blasts on Monday and Thursday evening.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

CES IN THE NEWS (From Article): Renters may be in a tougher situation when it comes to leaks, or other persistent problems, according to Larry Gross, executive director of the Coalition for Economic Survival. www.latimes.com/california/s...

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A 'super' El Niño is about to crash into California: 9 essential ways to prepare

Amid warnings of a wet and potentially destructive winter, The Times asked experts for their best tips to be prepared.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Coalition for Economic Survival in Action Helping Tenants Stop Their Evictions, Presenting at LA Council District 2 Tenants’ Rights Workshop & Door-to-Door Canvassing in West Hollywood. conta.cc/3UX9Urx

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Tenant Victories & CES in Action

Email from Coalition for Economic Survival CES Helps Two Organized Tenant Groups Beat Back Their Evictions For more than a year, tenants at Melrose Bungalows in East Hollywood and the historic Scott A

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I'm Voting YES on Prop. 40, one-time, emergency 5% tax on billionaires to prevent hospital and emergency room closures and help fund California public K-14 education and state food assistance programs.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Los Angeles has maintained a trend of considerable loss of rent controlled affordable housing because of the Ellis Act. Los Angeles has seen the largest number of Ellis evictions in the entire state. larrygross4.substack.com/p/the-law-th...

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The Law That Destroys Existing Affordable Housing in California

The Ellis Act Prevents the State from Solving its Affordable Housing Crisis

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

In Memory of Those Tragically Lost on September 11, 2001, I Honor Those and the Families Impacted on This the 25th Anniversary With Bruce Springsteen performing "I'll See You In My Dreams" at the 20th 9/11 Memorial Ceremony in New York.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

HAPPY LABOR DAY! Yes on Prop 40. Worker Over Billionaires.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

“The reality is that this is a big tech, big developer, and libertarian-funded movement designed to eliminate obstacles for real estate interests in building high-end luxury housing that is unaffordable for most.” wehoonline.com/larry-gross-...

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Larry Gross Declares War on YIMBYs Ahead of West Hollywood Election | WEHOonline

CES Executive Director Larry Gross is declaring war on YIMBYs ahead of West Hollywood’s Nov. 3 election. | WEHOonline

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The early story of the early days of the Coalition for Economic Survival (CES) and how we won rent control in Los Angeles by Gilda Haas. substack.com/@gildahaas/n...

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Gilda Haas (@gildahaas)

https://gildahaas.substack.com/p/rent-control-la-1970s

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

In San Diego for the California Democratic Party Executive Board meeting this weekend. View from m my room balcony.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Good tenant turnout last night for joint LA City Councilmember Adrin Nazarian, Coalition for Economic Survival, LA Housing Department and Valley Village Neighborhood Council Tenants’ Rights Workshop. CES Executive Director Larry Gross presented an overview of the laws protecting renters.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

On June 29th at a West Hollywood City Council meeting, Mayor John Heilman & the City Council presented the Coalition for Economic Survival a proclamation from the city. CES West Hollywood Tenant Organizer Eugene Maysky accepted the proclamation on behalf of CES. vimeo.com/1207499839

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CES Receives Proclamation from West Hollywood

On June 29th at a meeting of the West Hollywood City Council meeting, Mayor John Heilman and the City Council presented the Coalition for Economic Survival a proclamation from the city. Watch the vide...

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Happy 4th of July! Democracy is NOT a Spectator Sport. Get Active! Resist! Fight Back! Organize! Vote!

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Tonight, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani released the following statement on the Rent Guidelines Board’s vote to freeze the rent on one- and two-year rent-stabilized leases. www.nyc.gov/mayors-offic...

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Mayor Mamdani’s Statement on the Rent Guidelines Board’s Final Vote

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Appears LA may have a rogue City Attorney. For more than a year, City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto has refused to authorize critical new long-term funding to help tenants avoid eviction. laist.com/news/housing...

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$177M in LA tenant aid is being held up while city officials argue over why

City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto alleges a legal aid organization hasn’t complied with its contract. But L.A. housing officials say they’ve seen full compliance.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

It worked as Knicks fans expunge the toxic bad Trump ju-ju to overcome & make the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

The Trump Curse Hit Again. Everything he touches turns to💩!

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

This one of many reason L.A. City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto got what she deserved. Getting blown out in Tuesday’s election, becoming first incumbent ousted in primary in nearly 100 years. laist.com/news/housing...

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City attorney has left $177M tenant aid contract unsigned for months. LA leaders want to know why

Hydee Feldstein Soto hasn’t explained why she has delayed rent relief and eviction defense funding approved by the City Council and the mayor.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Chevron’s contribution to Becerra, was already a controversial wedge issue. Then this month, California Resources Corporation, the state’s largest oil and gas producer, contributed $500,000 to an independent committee backing Becerra. Chevron did the same last week. VOTE STEYER! bit.ly/4vkTGoU

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Oil money is taking center stage in the California governor’s race

Oil industry spending has emerged as a centerpiece issue in the contest.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Learn about the candidates being funded by the landlord and anti-rent control group the California Apartment Association (CAA) in certain LA area elections. Given time restraints we could not list all the races, but will expand the information for the November election.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

The choice is as clear as can be. Would you prefer a City Attorney who will champion renters, workers, seniors, and those affected by wage theft, while also opposing Trump? I'm clear on why I voted for Marissa Roy for City Attorney, and I hope you'll do the same.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

The last thing California needs is an Insurance Commissioner backed by Landlords, Realtors, Developers & the Corporate Building Industry. DON’T VOTE FOR PATRICK WOLFF FOR INSURANCE COMMISSIONER!

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

I had the great honor of being part of the host committee last night for a fundraiser for the magnificent Congresswoman Maxine Waters, my absolute favorite elected officials and all around kind person.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Donald Trump’s war on Iran will cost tenants millions of dollars. That’s because virtually all rent control laws index rent increases to inflation. And it’s now projected that the Consumer Price Index rate will reach, and potentially exceed, 4% because of the war. beyondchron.org/how-trumps-w...

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How Trump’s War is Raising Rents - Beyond Chron

Trump's war hikes Consumer Price Index

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Our current landlord/corporation supported City Attorney must be replaced. LA needs a City Attorney who represents the people, not the corporations, bad landlords, and fossil fuel companies. That’s why I’m supporting Marissa Roy for Los Angeles City Attorney. I urge you to join me in supporting her.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

LA Renters Need a City Attorney that will Fight for them. That is why I'm Supporting Marissa Roy for Los Angeles City Attorney!

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Tremendous Right Wing Defeat in Hungary. Hungarian voters have ousted Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Trump & Vance Must be Next! www.axios.com/2026/04/12/h...

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Earthquake in Hungary: Orbán defeated after 16 years in power

It's a stunning rebuke to one of the Western world's most entrenched populist leaders.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

“It’s a failed housing policy,” says Larry Gross, the longtime executive director of the L.A.-based Coalition for Economic Survival. “Because you’re never going to replace the affordable housing units that you’re losing.” www.citywatchla.com/state-watch/...

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The Citywide Devastation of the Ellis Act in Los Angeles

CityWatch is published 24/7 with special e-news blasts on Monday and Thursday evening.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Join the Masses TODAY! No Kings, No How, No Way, No Trump!

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Last night I joined LA City Councilmember Adrin Nazarian and the LA Housing Los Angeles Housing Department in conducting a Tenants Rights Workshop in North Hollywood at the Lawless Brewery Co.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

“It’s abused by corporate landlords and developers,” says Larry Gross, executive director of Coalition for Economic Survival in Los Angeles, “who destroy affordable housing and replace it with luxury housing.” www.housingisahumanright.org/the-real-est...

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The Real Estate Industry Continues to Use the Ellis Act to Destroy Affordable Housing in California

The real estate industry continues to use the Ellis Act to destroy affordable apartments in California, impacting hard-working tenants.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day. We clearly need the luck of the Irish more than ever.

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Larry Gross @larrygross.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Krista Noem is Out! Trump to Noem, "You're Fired!"

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