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Regional Studies· 2017Q1

The new urban crisis: How our cities are increasing inequality, deepening segregation, and failing the middle class – And what we can do about it

Amitrajeet A. Batabyal

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Cities are exacerbating inequality, segregation, and economic hardship for the middle class, necessitating targeted policy interventions.

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Key points

  • Urban areas are contributing to increased inequality.
  • Cities are deepening existing patterns of segregation.
  • The middle class in urban environments is facing significant economic challenges.
  • Policy interventions are necessary and possible to counteract these negative trends.

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Abstract

"The new urban crisis: How our cities are increasing inequality, deepening segregation, and failing the middle class – And what we can do about it." Regional Studies, 52(2), pp. 310–311

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Field: Urban Studies

Urban StudiesSocial Sciences