SOCI 1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: Induced Demand, Car-Free Movement, Costco
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We cram together even though we generally do not like it. Increased traffic: fewer parks, decreased view of the sky (because of high rises) Rise and fall of the industrial city: trade created major cities. Most are near large bodies of water: religious centers, fall came with suburbanization. Increased in order to avoid grime, traffic, lack of space, etc. Rebirth and paradox: technology and place. As technology becomes more abundant, there is less of a need to go to the office. People do not want to live in isolated areas: clusters and opportunities. Localized professional fields (silicon valley for technology, san diego for biology) Yields higher immigration, not just of people seeking these professional jobs but other jobs too. Highly educated people flock to these clusters. Different political views concentrate in different areas. Urban dilemmas in developing countries: cause. Policymakers intent on developing cities in order to compete globally (globalization) Mass transit (airports, highways) replacing older infrastructure.
