The Story Of Bogota's Success

"Think about Bogota, the capital city of Colombia, and what comes to mind? Most likely violence, murder, mayhem, drugs, corruption, traffic, and smog. But think again. Two highly unconventionalmayors, Enrique Penalosa and Antanus Mockus, have helped turn one of Latin America's most infamous cities into a model of progressive urban development. By radically limiting car traffic, heavily funding alternative transportation, and advocating for (and enabling) biking and walking, the mayors have given the city back to the people, and done the environment a good turn in the process. Lisa Jones reports.

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