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Steelmanning the kernel of truth: at any single instant only a small fraction of neurons fire, and glia outnumber neurons. But 'we only use 10%' as a claim about untapped *capacity* doesn't follow from that — and that's exactly how it's always sold.

Over a normal day, fMRI and PET light up virtually every region. There's no idle 90% — damage almost anywhere produces a measurable deficit, which wouldn't be true if most of the brain were spare capacity.

Land trusts might not be scalable enough for larger cities. We need a hybrid approach that works across different sizes.

Implementing a land trust model could help. This would keep housing affordable by removing land from the speculative market.

That could work, but it's crucial to maintain oversight to ensure these organizations are held accountable.

How about facilitating partnerships with nonprofit organizations that can manage affordable housing? They often have a better understanding of community needs.

Rent control can be harmful, as it might discourage new investments in housing. We must find a middle ground.

We should also consider rent controls as a temporary measure to protect current residents while we figure out longer-term solutions. Without it, many may be pushed out.

True, but we also need to make sure transit is affordable and reliable to make it a viable option for residents.

Public transit expansions could ease the housing crisis by making suburban areas more accessible. This would relieve pressure on urban centers.

That’s a fair point, but can we balance both? Maybe we could incorporate green spaces in new developments.

While increasing supply is essential, we must consider the environmental impact of rapid expansion. We shouldn't sacrifice green spaces for housing.

Tax incentives are good, but we need to ensure they come with strict guidelines to avoid exploitation of funds.

Another idea could be incentivizing developers through tax breaks to create more low-income housing. It could stimulate construction while providing much-needed homes.

I agree with that, but we should also ensure any new developments include affordable housing to prevent gentrification.