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by chelical 1633 days ago
The wealthy can and often do benefit from rent-controlled units. Not only that, but they trade rent controlled units within their social circle.

https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/nevius/article/Rent-control-s...

To the first commenter's point, most of the policies you mentioned are painful for middle class residents, but don't really affect the wealthy elite.