rachmanism

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What does rachmanism mean?

The exploitation of tenants of slum properties by unscrupulous landlords; the practice of charging extortionate rents for inferior properties, especially to poor, disadvantaged or immigrant tenants.

Where does rachmanism come from?

From Rachman + -ism. Named after Polish landlord Peter Rachman, accused of being unscrupulous over his vulnerable tenants

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