Lesson Plan: Who Pays for Progress? Public Goods and the Future of Cities
Examine the transformation of Medellรญn, Colombia, as it moved from a period of high levels of violence to one where the city was recognized for its urban development efforts. Medellรญn offers a case study in the role of public goods โย investments in services like transportation and education that can benefit everyone, including individuals who might not be able to afford them.

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