4 Evictions No Lawyer-What It’s Like to Win Anyway

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4 Evictions No Lawyer-What It’s Like to Win Anyway

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Hi, I’m JD — a tenant, advocate, and pro se litigant fighting a powerful housing nonprofit that’s tried to evict me four times for speaking out.

 They’ve forged documents, harassed me, and misrepresented the law in court — all while hiding behind a HUD 811 PRAC contract that’s supposed to protect tenants like me.

 I’ve lost my job, my car, and almost everything else trying to survive this. I even had to install 24/7 security to protect my peace of mind.

 I’ve won in courtrooms where the odds were stacked against me — but only because I refused to give up.

 Now, a fourth eviction looms, and I need help to keep fighting — and to stay housed.

 Your donation helps cover:
 • Court fees, filings, and supplies
 • Transportation to court and legal meetings
 • Housing stability and safety during the next battle.

This shouldn’t be happening — but it is.

Not just to me, but to countless others who can’t afford to fight back.

 Help me expose the abuse, defend my home, and show what one tenant can do.

Thank you for helping me stay housed, heard, and hopeful.

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Joshua Dowd
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Akron, OH

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