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Why the "wrong side of the tracks" is usually the east side of cities | Stephen DeBerry

Jul 1, 2024
10:54
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Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry discusses the disparities on the east sides of cities due to environmental and man-made factors. He explores historical reasons and proposes solutions for urban design injustices to promote fairness and justice in communities.
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Quick takeaways

  • Eastside communities often marginalized due to historical urban design choices influenced by wind patterns.
  • Legacy of deliberate design decisions like redlining perpetuates disparity by segregating and disadvantaging certain communities.

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Environmental and Economic Inequity in Neighborhoods

Stephen DeBary, the speaker, discusses the deliberate environmental and economic inequity present in neighborhoods, especially in Eastside communities. He connects this disparity to urban design choices influenced by natural elements like wind patterns, highlighting how marginalized communities often end up on the east side due to historical decisions. By examining the impact of wind and pollution as drivers of segregation, DeBary emphasizes the role of deliberate design in perpetuating disparity.

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