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THE GREEN: CONTESTED STREETS (clip)

In 1900 the car was a new addition to NYC streets, something only owned by the rich upper class. But these status symbols had a marked impact on life citywide.

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	FILM: Contested StreetsTHE GREEN
New York City prides itself as the world's most vibrant and dynamic metropolis. Unfortunately, it is also plagued by gridlock, noise, exhaust-filled air and a transit system that favors cars and trucks. Filmmaker Stefan Schaefer examines the city's past to reveal how this came to pass. CONTESTED STREETS offers contrasting lessons from three European cities - Paris, London and Copenhagen - which successfully introduced alternatives to limit automobile congestion, promote public transportation and facilitate walking and bicycle use.
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