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Transatlantic lessons for UK cities

Robin Hambleton argues elected local authorities and civic activists in the UK can draw inspiration from progressive American cities.

Imagine a city where local leaders have decided that tackling inequality is the top priority. They recognise that social and economic divisions are accelerating at a totally unacceptable rate.

Because they care deeply about the importance of creating a just city, the mayor and local councillors have put advancing equity at the heart of their city plan. Agreed in 2012 the progressive plan for the city is now being implemented through a wide range of actions designed to promote social justice.

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