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Claim Text: The more daunting hurdle is attracting enough jobs to create an economic base since people want to live within a reasonable distance of their work.
Simplified Text: Attracting enough jobs to create an economic base is a more daunting hurdle since people want to live within a reasonable distance of their work.
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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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