PubPol 456: Local Government Opportunity for Activism | Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
PubPol 456

PubPol 456: Local Government Opportunity for Activism

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Level
Undergraduate
Term
Winter 2021
Session
Winter 2021
Course Section
001
U-M Course Number
32315
Credit Hours
3
Class Size
25

Cities are leading the fight against climate change.  Around the world they are experiencing the devastating effects as hurricanes intensify, sea levels rise, heat islands multiply and storm water systems are overwhelmed, along with city budgets. And yet, people are flocking to cities to experience their booming economies, plentiful jobs and exciting cultural communities. But for every successful city, there is a downside as gentrification spreads and all but the wealthy are forced to move further out as housing prices rise. The need for better transportation into and within cities has never been greater. Our federal government offers no help. In response a new generation of activists are pushing elected leaders to respond. This class will hear directly from activists, state and local elected leaders and top professionals in their field. 

Combined with PubPol 756