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Forward cities matter

Why Jane Jacobs’ economics is useful today

by RAMSAY C
Published in September 2023 - Page 21

From time to time “forward cities” come into being, whose magnificent growth, innovation, and dynamism seem to pause the regular laws of economics. This growth allows for democratic riches, no inflation, true productivity gains, and provides the opportunity to ponder a world that isn’t a zero-sum game. These cities invent the future, in terms of new products, technology, and even culture.

Unfortunately, these forward cities are not the norm, and those

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