How are the world’s cities taking the lead on solving social problems? What gives cities power and affords influence, and how have/can they wield that power to address social issues? In your discussion, identify and evaluate at least one example that illustrates leadership or innovation on the part of a city, and explain how or why it was both necessary and possible for the city to act.
What will be an ideal response?
Students should address the fact that cities as the cross roads of culture and the economy are wielding significant social and political power. As more people urbanize, this power and influence will grow. The text refers to cities as “islands of governance” and discusses the potential for cities to displace states as actors on the global stage. Students should also discuss an example from the text that outlines a specific city and its efforts. Examples include U.S. cities taking action on climate change.
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