Joseph A. Rodriguez
Auteur van Latinos in Milwaukee
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Joseph A. Rodriguez Critically examines the urban design and revitalization initiatives Undertaken by both the government and the people of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In the 1990s. New Urbanists followed a city tradition of using urban design to solve Problems while seeking to elevate the city's toon meer national reputation and status. While New Urbanism was not the only design element undertaken to further Milwaukee's redevelopment, the elite focus on New Urbanism reflected an attempt to fashion a self-help narrative for the revitalization of the city. This approach linked New Urbanist design to the strengthening of grassroots community organizing and volunteerism to solve urban problems. Bootstrap New Urbanism Design, Race, and Redevelopment in Milwaukee Uncovers a Practice with implications for urban history, architectural history, planning history, environmental design, ethnic studies, and urban politics. toon minder
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The authors interviewed many current residents, some whose families had been in the area since the early 20th century; and outline the various reasons and opportunities that brought these immigrants north. From Cuba, Puerto Rico, Mexico and Central America, people came for opportunities in the cities tanning operations, factories and colleges. They formed civic organizations, sports leagues and arts boards. They joined the US military, opened businesses, and got elected to local office.
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