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Fear city
New York's Fiscal Crisis and the Rise of Austerity Politics
Book • 2017
This book explores the causes, effects, and legacy of New York City’s fiscal crisis of 1975.
It delves into how the crisis transformed New York and reshaped ideas about government across America.
The narrative includes the struggles of ordinary citizens, the impact on social services, and the political machinations that led to the imposition of austerity measures.
The book is a sweeping history of New York's past, a gripping narrative of backroom deals, and an origin story of the politics of austerity.
It delves into how the crisis transformed New York and reshaped ideas about government across America.
The narrative includes the struggles of ordinary citizens, the impact on social services, and the political machinations that led to the imposition of austerity measures.
The book is a sweeping history of New York's past, a gripping narrative of backroom deals, and an origin story of the politics of austerity.
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Roman Mars in relation to New York City's fiscal crisis and its connection to Robert Moses' projects.
Roman Mars in relation to New York City's fiscal crisis and its connection to Robert Moses' projects.
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