Baltimore development falters

04Oct07

As part of the economic downturn caused by the burst of the housing and construction bubble, the city of Baltimore finds itself struggling to maintain momentum in its redevelopment program. Many residents come from working class and middle class backgrounds, although there has been growth in financial services and the jobs supplied by the city’s [...]

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Las colonias de los EEUU

07Sep07

Today’s New York Times features a story on the colonias of south Texas – communities where the homes are half-built and are only recently gaining access to water systems, electricity, and paved roads. The Times report focuses on the growth and determination of the residents of these neighborhoods, who appear akin to [...]

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