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Claim Text: The economists Paul M. Romer, a Nobel laureate and professor at Boston College, and Edward L. Glaeser of Harvard have boosted the new city concept in the United States and abroad.
Simplified Text: Paul M Romer and Edward L Glaeser have boosted the new city concept in the United States and abroad
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Subject Tags: Economics Urban Planning
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 2:19 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 2:19 PM (6 months ago)

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America’s New Cities: Can Irvine’s Model Be Replicated?

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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/12/business/economy/america-new-cities-irvine.html

The article examines the Irvine model of planned cities and its potential for addressing the housing shortage in America. It explores new city projects and the challenges of replicating Irvine's success, highlighting the role of private developers and the importance of economic viability.

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