In this presentation, Bruce Katz presented the major trends affecting cities and metropolitan areas, their origins, and what policy solutions are available to effect positive change—to slow decentralization, promote urban reinvestment, and enhance access to opportunity.
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Commentary
American Metropolis: Divided We Sprawl
September 29, 2004