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“All the fancy economic development strategies, such as developing a biomedical cluster, an aerospace cluster, or whatever the current economic development ‘flavor of the month’ might be, do not hold a candle to the power of a great walkable urban place.” {170}

“Public health and environmental protection are vital and noble ethics for the built environment, but they are not enough to ensure that our communities are socially responsible to their citizenry.” — Barbara B. Wilson {31}

“The best new streets need not be the same as the old, but as models the old have much to teach. Delightful, purposeful streets and cities will surely follow.” {314}

“The architecture profession [has] largely overlooked the needs of the average aspiring homeowner.” {25}