Samuel Stein

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  1. 1. Capital City

    Gentrification and the Real Estate State

    This insightful work delves into the intricate relationship between urban planning and the forces of capital, exploring how real estate developers, financiers, and policymakers shape the modern cityscape. It examines the profound impact of neoliberal policies on urban environments, highlighting the displacement and inequality that often result from prioritizing profit over people. Through a critical lens, the narrative unravels the complexities of gentrification, housing crises, and the commodification of urban spaces, urging readers to reconsider the role of planners in creating equitable and sustainable cities.

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