Benjamin Bradlow

Benjamin Bradlow, an Associate Professor of Sociology at UC Berkeley, dives into urban inequalities and governance in São Paulo and Johannesburg. He discusses why São Paulo outperforms Johannesburg in delivering basic urban services despite similar democratic transitions. Through his fieldwork, he uncovers the conflicts between local governments and social movements that shape urban outcomes. Bradlow emphasizes the significance of effective coordination in urban governance, shedding light on global urbanization challenges and advocating for a more integrated understanding of urban sociology.