Solving Overcrowding Problems In The Golden State

Recent U.S. Census figures show that eight of the nation's tenmost crowded cities are in California, but there is widespread disagreement on how to remedy the situation.

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June 15, 2001, 9:00 AM PDT

By California 2000


Recent U.S. Census figures show that eight of the nation's ten most crowded cities are in California. Crowding, as it is defined for these statistics, measures people per household, not per square mile. Housing advocates, civic leaders, and community groups have all spoken out about the implications of these census figures, particularly in Southern California, where seven of the nation's most crowded cities are located. Some are angry that working class families have been priced out of housing markets. Latino community leaders are concerned about the health and safety of recent immigrants. City officials are worried about strained city infrastructures. Although there is broad recognition of the state's crowding problem among public officials and community leaders, there is strong disagreement about the best solution to the dilemma.

Thanks to California 2000 Project

Sunday, June 10, 2001 in The Los Angeles Times

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