Oligarchic, Democratic
Oligarchic, Democratic
This chapter explores the constant tension between democracy and oligarchy in the contemporary US city. In doing so, it discusses and describes grassroots organizations, advocacy groups, local government, and intergovernmental relations. I point out why the city might nurture democracy and how it also enables oligarchy. Numerous examples of these conditions and mechanisms are presented.
Keywords: democracy, oligarchy, governance
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