Cities, Democracy, and Governance in Latin America.

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Title:	Cities, Democracy, and Governance in Latin America.
Language:	English
Authors:	Rodriguez, Alfredo, Winchester, Lucy
Source:	International Social Science Journal. Mar 1996 (147):73-83.
Peer Reviewed:	Y
Page Count:	11
Publication Date:	1996
Intended Audience:	Teachers; Researchers; Practitioners
Document Type:	Reports - Descriptive Journal Articles
Descriptors:	City Government, Cultural Pluralism, Democracy, Democratic Values, Economic Change, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Latin Americans, Metropolitan Areas, Multicultural Education, Municipalities, Public Affairs Education, Quality of Life, Social Change, Sustainable Development, Urban Areas, Urban Environment, Urban Planning, Urban Problems
ISSN:	0020-8701
Abstract:	Examines the economic troubles and social turmoil experienced by Latin American cities in the last 10 years. Identifies a global economy, moving from the production of raw materials to information-related jobs and services, as the main culprit. Discusses the growing importance of city councils in municipal governance. (MJP)
Entry Date:	1996
Accession Number:	EJ526738
Database:	ERIC

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Abstract:	Examines the economic troubles and social turmoil experienced by Latin American cities in the last 10 years. Identifies a global economy, moving from the production of raw materials to information-related jobs and services, as the main culprit. Discusses the growing importance of city councils in municipal governance. (MJP)
ISSN:	0020-8701