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Edward Glaeser - Cities, Terrorism, Housing, & Remote Work
Nov 28, 2022
Edward Glaeser, Chair of Harvard's Economics Department, dives into the resilience of cities amidst challenges like terrorism and remote work. He discusses why Silicon Valley's future may falter while the Sunbelt thrives. Glaeser critiques Universal Basic Income in light of the opioid crisis and emphasizes the need for housing reform. The conversation also explores the impact of urban education disparities, the legacy of Robert Moses, and the importance of in-person collaboration for tech startups. A thought-provoking look at the future of urban living!
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- Cities adapt to terrorism with enhanced security measures, balancing defense and openness.
- Capital city significance has shifted globally, with strategic placements to prevent wealth centralization.
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Professor Glaser suggests that urbanism on Mars may be limited due to prohibitive travel costs back to Earth. He envisions a car-oriented society on Mars, possibly with everyone driving Teslas. He proposes a flexible city planning approach akin to New York's 1811 grid plan, allowing for organic growth and evolution.
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