Government / Politics

America's Most Liberal And Conservative Cities

A new study ranks the liberal and conservative political leanings of 237 American cities.

August 17, 2005 - GovExec

Panhandling Banned In Downtown Atlanta

Despite several protests, a measure to ban panhandling in downtown Atlanta is expected to be signed.

August 17, 2005 - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Helicopters Invade Boston's Fenway Neighborhood

As air traffic increases around Fenway Park so to do the complaints from the neighborhood's residents about noise pollution.

August 16, 2005 - The Boston Globe

Bush Surrenders Battle In Signing Transportation Bill

President Bush's vow to fight Congressional 'earmarking' dies a quiet death with the signing of the new $286 million Federal Transportation Bill.

August 15, 2005 - The Washington Post

How the Dems Can Win in '08: Promote Smart Growth, Alternative Fuels

Skyrocketing oil prices, the housing bubble and a radically altered economic landscape point to a need for Democrats to rethink their political strategy.

August 14, 2005 - Tom Paine - Common Sense

Friday Funny: US to be Oil-Free in Less Than 3,000 Years, Vows Bush

The Onion reports on President Bush's "aggressive initiative" to eliminate oil dependence by 4920. The auto industry isn't so sure.

August 12, 2005 - The Onion

Bush's Energy Bill Is A Missed Opportunity

President Bush's energy bill is a "feeble initiative" that will not solve the nation's enormous energy problems writes Joe Conason.

August 11, 2005 - Working for Change

Law, Endowments And Property Rights

Ross Levin explains what accounts for differences in protection of property rights across different societies.

August 10, 2005 - National Bureau Of Economic Research

Are We Entering the 'Twilight Era' of Petroleum?

The prospect of dwindling oil supplies and the likelihood of conflict with China over what remains, are increasingly being considered matters of national security.

August 9, 2005 - Tom Paine - Common Sense

What Happened To Planning In Philadelphia?

A lack of city-wide planning has left neighborhoods struggling in the face of an onslaught of development

August 9, 2005 - The Philadelphia Inquirer

New Bill Perpetuates 'Socialized' Energy

The Energy Bill just passed by Congress has just given $15 billion in subsidies to inefficient, economically non-viable and dangerous energy industries.

August 5, 2005 - Tom Paine - Common Sense

The 'Urbanization of Insurgency' a Priority for U.S. Military

Megacities of the developing world are seen as the emerging primary battleground for America's military.

August 3, 2005 - ZNet - Z Magazine

LA's Next Planning Director Must Translate Vision Into Results

A new vision is just the start -- following through will require changing the way planning is done in Los Angeles.

August 1, 2005 - The Los Angeles Times

Seoul's Mayors Spearheads A 'Green' Revolution

Bi-weekly series on mayors of the world's supercities focuses on Seoul's mayor.

July 30, 2005 - International Herald Tribune

The Growing Political Clout Of Suburbs

Between congressional redistricting and housing migrations, suburban voters are enjoying more governmental power than ever.

July 22, 2005 - Governing

Acting New Jersey Governor Suspends Fast-Track Permits

Conservationists applauded the measure, but some business groups are worried that it may stop growth.

July 21, 2005 - Smart Growth Online

Many States Rushing To Blunt Eminent Domain Ruling

Lawmakers in several states are trying to limit the impact of the Supreme Court's eminent domain ruling

July 20, 2005 - The Star-Ledger

Age Of The Megalopolis

To survive in the 21st century, major metro areas work together to plan their transportation and economic strategies.

July 19, 2005 - Stateline

China's Global Search For Oil

Will China's thirst for oil lead to a possible showdown with the United States?

July 18, 2005 - The Los Angeles Times

Planning Board Threatened With Jail

A judge orders the Carroll County Planning and Zoning Commission to approve 254 townhouses or face jail.

July 11, 2005 - The Baltimore Sun

Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools

This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.

Planning for Universal Design

Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.

Top Books

An annual review of books related to planning.

Top Schools

The definitive ranking of graduate planning programs.

100 Most Influential Urbanists

The who's who of urbanism, according to Planetizen readers.

Urban Planning Creators You Should Know

A short list of voices on social, video, and podcasting platforms.