The Age Of Regionalism

What's the best new way to deal effectively with problems of poverty, crime, racial segregation and sprawl? Start thinking regionally.

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November 9, 2004, 9:00 AM PST

By Deborah Myerson

Local leaders in Chicago and Chicago Metropolis 2020, an organization promoting regionalism, have started a trend that may catch on: encouraging regional cooperation to address issues such as affordable housing, improved transit, and efficient land-use policies. Whitney Gould muses that Milwaukee and its suburbs -- as well as metro areas around the country -- could benefit from following Chicagos lead.

Thanks to Deborah Myerson

FULL STORY: Regional thinking is the way of the future

Monday, November 8, 2004 in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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