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A Sad Truth -- New Orleans Cannot Survive Forever

Despite the rhetoric about rebuilding, there are far too many economic, social and land use forces at work that will prevent New Orleans from returning to its former glory, writes Joel Garreau.

September 12, 2005 - The Washington Post

The Dismantling Of FEMA

Why is the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency is being systematically downgraded?

September 2, 2005 - The Washington Post

A Suburb Too Far?

How far can a suburb be from a metropolitan area? How far are people willing to drive?

August 29, 2005 - The Washington Post

Reducing Oil Consumption as a Foreign Policy Measure

From stopping terrorism to the promotion of democracy, U.S. foreign policy is being stymied by America's gluttonous oil consumption.

August 27, 2005 - The Washington Post

Do Town Centers Really Work?

Some critics say that 'mixed-use' districts aren't promoting enough diversity.

August 24, 2005 - The Washington Post

Dreaming New Urbanism

What makes New Urbanism appealing?

August 23, 2005 - The Washington Post

Restricting Residential Parking Near Transit?

How much can space for parking be restricted in expensive townhomes near transit stations?

August 20, 2005 - The Washington Post

Bush Surrenders Battle In Signing Transportation Bill

President Bush's vow to fight Congressional 'earmarking' dies a quiet death with the signing of the new $286 million Federal Transportation Bill.

August 15, 2005 - The Washington Post

The Art of Socially Responsible Low-Income Housing

In June, the Boston Society of Architects sponsored the first annual John M. Clancy Award for Socially Responsible Housing.

August 14, 2005 - The Washington Post

What You Know About Sprawl Is Wrong

The Los Angeles area -- often considered sprawling -- is the most densely populated place in the U.S.

August 12, 2005 - The Washington Post

Bush Signs Huge Transportation Bill

President Bush says the $286.4 billion transportation measure will spur the economy.

August 11, 2005 - The Washington Post

These Exurbs Don't Want A Night Lite

A battle between "forces of light and darkness" rages in the outer suburb.s

August 8, 2005 - The Washington Post

Study Spotlights Financial Benefits Of Foliage

A study released by Casey Trees Endowment Fund calculates the economic value of foliage

August 6, 2005 - The Washington Post

A New American Classic Town Gone Bad

Officials have are investigating violations by the developer of what was supposed to be "traditional architectural styling" in Clarksburg Town Center.

August 5, 2005 - The Washington Post

The Urban Pioneers Of Edge City

Residents of a quintessential edge city explain the attraction.

July 29, 2005 - The Washington Post

Consortium Offers Virginia $1 Billion For Toll Road

The bid to privatize the Dulles Toll Road is the latest in a growing trend.

July 29, 2005 - The Washington Post

Tallest U.S. Skyscraper Planned For Chicago

A 115-story spiral designed by architect Santiago Calatrava is planned to be the nation's tallest building.

July 28, 2005 - The Washington Post

Decline Of The Modern Metropolis

Joel Kotkin on the greatest challenge facing the world's major cities.

July 25, 2005 - The Washington Post

U.S. Needs 'Extreme Makeover'

Eugene Robinson urges the nation to address its deteriorating infrastructure.

July 25, 2005 - The Washington Post

New Loudon County Growth Controls

A dramatic vote in favor of far-reaching growth controls in Loudon County surprises observers.

July 24, 2005 - The Washington Post

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