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The Big Dig

99% Invisible

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Highways vs. Community: The Boston Dilemma

This chapter delves into the Southwest Expressway project's profound effects on urban neighborhoods, showcasing the emotional turmoil of displaced families. It highlights the activists' grassroots opposition against highway construction, culminating in a pivotal announcement from the governor that halted the project. Ultimately, the narrative reflects on the broader implications for urban planning and the hopeful vision for a more community-centered infrastructure.

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