Category: Jacobs
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Jane Jacobs
Jane Jacobs, born Jane Butzner on May 4, 1916, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, was an influential urbanist, author, and activist known for her groundbreaking ideas and advocacy for community-based urban planning. Through her books, activism, and observations of city life, Jacobs challenged conventional planning practices and championed the importance of vibrant, diverse, and pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods. Her…