When that’s taken away by corporate landlords and other predatory landlords who charge unfair rents, a person’s well being is immediately threatened. Politicians, though, can protect the public’s health, and save lives, by passing rent regulations. During this same period, the greed of corporate landlords and other predatory landlords has reared its ugly head. There are endless news stories about corporate landlords charging outrageous rents and quickly evicting people. It’s now up to politicians in California and other states to immediately pass rent regulations that will save lives and stop the greed-driven business practices of corporate landlords and other predatory landlords.