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California Land Use, The Best American City, San Francisco Politics, and more with Dan Romero

"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg

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Urban Governance and Housing Dynamics

This chapter explores the contrasting local government powers in Los Angeles and San Francisco, especially regarding law enforcement and public safety. It delves into the housing dynamics influenced by policies like Proposition 13, the implications of urban sprawl in Houston, and the challenges of land ownership in California. Through a discussion on retail theft and community responses, the chapter highlights the complexities of urban management amidst differing local governance models.

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