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The Rise and Fall of the Clean City Law in Sao Paulo

A pioneering clean city law implemented in 2006 revolutionized the visual aesthetics of Brazil's illustrious city streets. Through an unyielding purge on visual pollution, this law commanded the demolition of 15,000 billboards and imposed severe limitations on outdoor advertising. In a surprising turn of events, Sao Paulo's economy remained unscathed and 70% of its residents applauded the move. The role of graffiti and gentrification and its connection to socioeconomic levels in different neighborhoods also sparked discussion.

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