Demographics, Divisions and the Shape of Things to Come
A look at how progressive and urbanist policies and the divide between urban and rural communities impacted this year’s presidential election.
Category: Analysis
Family Population Trends and Progressive Urbanism
Pedaling away from progress? Bike-friendly, progressive cities are experiencing an exodus of young families.
When the Rubber Leaves the Road
The assumed solution to vehicle-related pollution is the introduction of electric cars and trucks; however, they are not the answer for this particular issue.
Riding the Green Line: You Can Do Better, Metro Transit
After riding the METRO Green Line in Minneapolis and St. Paul, a transit advocate explains how Metro Transit could improve the rider experience.
The Urbanist’s Case for Nuclear Power, Part 1: What and Why?
Pressures from climate targets, increasing electricity prices and growing demand should compel us to give nuclear energy another chance.
‘The Death and Life of Great American Cities’ Remains Relevant Today
The principles laid out in Jane Jacobs’ influential work are in action across the Twin Cities, and should serve as a guide for future planning.
Is the Amtrak Borealis Train Really a Flop?
A deep dive into how Borealis stacks up against the competition refutes a Twin Cities Business claim that the new train to Chicago is underperforming.
The Enlightened Urbanist: Deconstructing the Perfect Gatekeeper
Consider how others view the urbanist community, with fears of gatekeeping and alienation, and take the opportunity to extend a helping hand.
Minneapolis’ Natural Upzoning Experiment
The Minneapolis 2040 plan helps fill the “missing middle” housing shortage, and while the new buildings themselves may not be large the numbers add up.
Blue Line Extension: How’s Metro Transit?
The Blue Line Extension project slowly approaches. In preparation, writer Richie Song sees what traveling the northwest metro by transit is like without it.