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The Future of Cities: A New Path for Black Urban Voters?
in Housing, Urban Issues/by Charles BlainFor decades, a large majority of black Americans have aligned with the Democratic Party, but the modern-day Democratic Party’s leftward shift may cause a reevaluation of that relationship. The welfare of black people has not been made better from their support of the Democratic Party.
The Future of Cities: False Dawn – The Future of Work and Cities After the Illusions of Globalization
in Housing, Urban Issues/by Michael LindThe disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rise of remote work, and partial de-globalization have shattered neoliberal narratives about the future of work and cities. A consensus about what will replace it has yet to emerge.
Reason Interviews Tory Gattis About Houston’s Affordability
in Urban Issues/by Tory GattisReason interviews me (Tory Gattis) about Houston’s unorthodox, unzoned approach to land-use regulation and how it reduces our homelessness, as well as my suggested solution for zoned cities.
Los Angeles District 6 Wants Another Nury Martinez – Without the Baggage
in Politics & Policy/by Cruz GarcíaNury Martinez was criticized by progressives for her firm stance on anti-camping laws, but the voter turnout rate to replace her was incredibly low. Despite her past comments, District 6 voters still desire her pro-immigrant family principles combined with strong support for public safety.
The Future of Cities: Housing Unaffordability – How We Got There and What to Do About It
in Housing, Urban Issues/by Tobias Peter and Edward J. PintoUntil 1970, owner-occupied housing was broadly affordable in the U.S.A., at a price-to-income ratio of 2.6. The housing unaffordability of today is evidence that supply has not kept up with demand.
The Decisive Argument for School Choice
in Urban Issues/by Tory GattisThe best argument for school choice: in states that have implemented it, public schools for low-income students have gotten dramatically better even while not losing many students!
Why Are So Many People Running for Houston Controller?
in Politics & Policy/by Charles BlainWhy are so many people running for Houston Controller? Perhaps one reason is that the Controller’s Office has long been seen as a natural stepping stone to the Mayor’s Office.
The Future of Cities: California’s Inland Empire
in Housing, Urban Issues/by Celia and Karla López del RíoIt’s always been a mug’s fame to best against New York City, which was counted out only to quickly bounce back after 9/11 and again in 2008 after the financial system nearly collapsed.
Texas Triangle Train
in Politics & Policy/by Charles BlainTxDOT recently announced that it has submitted three grant applications to the U.S. Department of Transportation to advance passenger rail service within the Texas Triangle.
Does METRO’s Advertising Budget Influence Local Reporting?
in Urban Issues/by Tory GattisIs Metro’s advertising influencing local reporting? Local media runs ads that promotes the use of Metro services, and is mostly silent on ridership decline.