Fighting for Safe Streets in America’s Most Dangerous City
The Bottom-Up Revolution
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Advocacy and Urban Infrastructure in Memphis
This chapter examines the tension between grassroots activism and formal political processes in the realm of urban planning, focusing on safe streets and cycling infrastructure in Memphis. Personal experiences highlight the city's unique challenges, like dangerous roads and pedestrian safety issues, while advocating for collaborative efforts to enhance urban resilience. The discussion also explores the role of social media in building community support for safer walking and biking environments, emphasizing the need for improved infrastructure and political engagement.
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