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The Upper Limit
A summer vacation on the horizon.
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Benno Martens

June 2021

The Definition of Insanity
What an ancient philosopher can teach us about infrastructure spending.
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Benno Martens
Lakes, Streets, and Neighbors
Will we choose to "persist for the sake of others?"
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Benno Martens
Look For The Funny
Take the work seriously, but not too seriously.
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Benno Martens
Bikes - They're Just Like Cars!
The need for a shift in mindset about transportation options.
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Benno Martens

May 2021

May 2020

March 2020

Why America Must Rethink Public Goods
The COVID-19 pandemic has made clear the folly of four decades of disinvestment in shared resources.
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Benno Martens
What COVID-19 Can Teach Us About Investing In The Community
As disruptions spread, it’s plain to see we need to invest more in community organizations and institutions.
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Benno Martens
Some Simple Ideas For Improving Urban Transportation 
These fixes won’t take years and millions of dollars to implement.
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Benno Martens
Plan The Most For Those With The Least: Remembering Norman Krumholz
The urban planning luminary, who passed away in December, left a legacy that still impacts the profession today.
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Benno Martens
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