Articles by Ben Adler
Ben Adler covers environmental policy and politics for Grist, with a focus on climate change, energy, and cities. When he isn't contemplating the world's end, he also writes about architecture and media. You can follow him on Twitter.
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A mixtape love letter to the parks that birthed hip hop
Here are some great rap songs that celebrate the role of parks in city life and the history of hip hop.
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Pittsburgh’s next mayor sees a green future for the “smoky city”
Bill Peduto says the Steel City is poised for a sustainable revival, thanks to a new generation of Pittsburghers who are pushing for change.
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Where will all the hipsters go?
Suburbs are attracting the cool kids, or at least trying to, according to recent news stories. What does this mean for cities?
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GOP could reach out to cities, if not for the elephant in the room
Harvard economist Ed Glaeser argues that Republicans should mend fences with American cities -- and that city folk are natural GOPers. Dude clearly doesn’t know many city folk.
