James C. Scott on The Perils of State Power
The Good Fight
Dual Impact of Urban Planning
Urban planning can simultaneously enhance public health and exert social control over diverse populations. In the case of Singapore, rapid housing development improved sanitation and living conditions while also strategically dispersing ethnic groups to weaken community cohesion. This multifaceted approach allowed the government to maintain greater influence over citizens' access to resources, illustrating the complex interplay between urban design and social dynamics.
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