Youth and the city
Thirty-five is not as easy as 25. And with greater adulthood comes greater concerns.
Where are the quality, affordable, and accessible education options for all children? Where are the numerous housing options in safe neighborhoods? Where are the jobs that provide more than just the minimum wage?
According to the Index, Chicago ranks 16th in “Civic Participation,” a number that is not terrible, but is not worthy of praise. Only one American city – New York City – ranks within the Top 10. For Chicago to sustain itself as a city beyond “youth” it must grow into a place that is livable for all. And it is the people living within it (especially the youth who find it so charming and easy right now) who must take greater steps to secure its future.
Article Appeared @http://www.wbez.org/blogs/britt-julious/2013-12/youth-and-city-109289