Dirty Politics Keeping Sprawl Alive in Florida

This commentary claims that dirty politics have prevented Florida voters from being able to control sprawl in their communities.

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May 19, 2008, 7:00 AM PDT

By Nate Berg

"It doesn't matter that Florida has a huge glut of abandoned homes thrown up in the hinterlands, dragging down the economy."

"Our political leaders want more."

"Not only are they refusing to control sprawl, but they also are making sure you don't either. It's the biggest disconnect I've ever seen between public desire and political action."

FULL STORY: So you want to halt sprawl? Fat chance!

Thursday, May 15, 2008 in The Orlando Sentinel

Government / Politics Land Use Urban Development Florida Sprawl

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