David Gest
David Gest is both a master's candidate in City and Regional Planning and a juris doctorate candidate at the University of Pennsylvania.
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David Gest is pursuing a dual degree in Law and City and Regional Planning at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Originally from Washington, D.C., he received a bachelor's degree in architecture with a focus in urban studies from Yale University in 2003. After graduation, David moved to Los Angeles and joined the historic preservation consulting firm Chattel Architecture, Planning & Preservation, Inc. In 2006, David worked for Planetizen as Managing Editor after working part-time as Associate Editor for two years. David has volunteered his time for the Planning and Law Division of the American Planning Association, the Los Angeles Section of the APA, and as writer and editor for The Next American City magazine. He enjoys traveling with his fiancée and playing ultimate frisbee.
From Ports To Highways: Selling Out Nation's Infrastructure?
In Indiana, selling a 157-mile toll road to Spanish and Australian investors joins the growing trend of selling pieces of underfunded U.S. infrastructure to foreigners.
Brazilian President Lambasts Rich Countries On Environment
In front of the UN Convention of Biological Diversity, he calls for greater funding to protect environmental resources.
New York City: Shaped By The 'Loathsome'
The New York Press lists the 50 most loathsome New Yorkers, and a couple of developers top the list.
Drip-by-Drip, Food For Angola
Using advanced irrigation technology imported from Europe and Israel, the war torn country is producing tons of good food for its residents.