What do conservatives, liberals, and radicals see as the problems ...

[kamilo84]

What do conservatives, liberals, and radicals see as the problems of today's cities? What policies does each point of view define as a solution to these problems? Which positions comes closest to your own?
 
  What is an Ideal response?

Question 2

The capitalist economy contributes to the present environmental problems in the following way:
 
  A) it encourages overconsumption.
  B) it is not dependent on frugality.
  C) it does not demand the maximization of profit.
  D) it uses a system of decreased materialism.

[Danny Ewald]

Answer to Question 1

 Radical-Left View: Cities are in crisis. Under capitalism, cities operate to support and benefit the few who own productive property, ignoring the needs of the majority; urban poverty, crime, and sprawl are all out of control.
 Liberal View: Cities suffer from the effects of social inequality; poor people and minorities fare the worst with regard to housing, schools, and other resources.
 Conservative View: Urban life is far better than it was a century ago because living standards have risen. Inner cities declined as economic forces relocated and replaced industry after 1950, but the postindustrial economy is reviving them.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A