Fatal Fire Exposes Dangerous Neglect and Regulatory Failures in New Zealand Housing

In a stark reminder of the lethal consequences of disregarding basic safety standards, a New Zealand jury has convicted Esarona David Lologa of murder and arson following a devastating fire that claimed the lives of five residents in May 2023. While Lologa’s actions sparked this tragedy, the broader failure lies with the authorities' long-standing neglect of housing safety for society's most vulnerable. How Does Government Negligence Put American Values at Risk? The Loafers Lodge boarding house was no ordinary residence; it was home to disabled individuals, low-income families, nurses, and social service clients—people who deserve dignity and security. Yet this...