The Pathology Of Density

Richard Carson explores what it is about human nature that makes us loathe density.

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March 5, 2002, 7:00 AM PST

The word "density" has become the rallying cry of the no growth xenophobes in our nation's cities and neighborhoods. It is an all-purpose scare tactic used to stop land use and transportation projects. But why do people react so negatively to the word? What is the pathology of density?

Thanks to Chris Steins

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Tuesday, March 5, 2002 in Planetizen

Social / Demographics United States

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