More corporate capitalism (“crapitalism”). The hotel industry pays congressmen to pass laws against Airbnb. And just exactly who does that benefit?
Political contests erupt as cities and hotel industry struggle to curb Airbnb
News > Business UPDATED: Mon., Oct. 15, 2018, 3:46 p.m. Austin Hong of San Diego has used Airbnb and similar companies for the past five years to rent out a second home for short stays. The income allows him and his husband to cover the mortgage while keeping the three-bedroom house available for family members who visit often.