Cities Quote by Charles Kenny
““It isn’t just the US: the half of the world’s population that lives in urban areas generates more than 80 percent of global output, while 600 cities that account for just one-fifth of the global population generate more than 60 percent of global output. Urban living is also healthier for the environment as it tends to involve less travel and smaller housing. Add to that the fact that urban dwellers are ideologically different from their rural counterparts: comparatively liberal, international, trade- and migration-loving, in favor of gender equality and gay rights, environment-defending, and open-minded in matters of religion. The city is progressive—and it’s where progress happens.””
About This Quote
Urbanization drives economic output and progressive social values, while also impacting the environment.
In simple terms: Cities boost economy and social progress.
Key Takeaway
Support sustainable urban development.
Themes
urbanization
economy
progress
environment
social values
productivity
demographics
Mood
optimistic
analytical
Type
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Gay rights:1
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Gender equality:1
Ideology:1
Productivity:1
Progress:1
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Rural:0
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Work:0
Healthier Environment:1
Urban Living:1
Urban Dwellers:1
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When to use this quote
- city planning
- policy making
- community activism
Key Concepts
urban economics
social liberalism
environmental impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance growth and equity?
- What policies reduce urban environmental footprints?
A Different Perspective
Challenges of inequality persist.
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