Jason Henderson
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Guest Editorial: Driverless Cars Could Wreck Livable Cities
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Over the past year driverless cars have been promoted as a panacea for livable cities. The storyline is that driverless cars will help reduce car ownership, free-up urban space for walking and biking, and help reduce death and injury. The USDOT has joined the parade with its “smart city challenge,” awarding Columbus, Ohio a $40 […]
The Moral Imperative of the BP Oil Spill: Drive 20 Percent Less
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Photo: Jonathan Henderson, Gulf Restoration Network Editor’s note: This is an essay from Jason Henderson, a Geography Professor at San Francisco State University. He was born and raised in New Orleans and spent many years exploring Louisiana’s wetlands. He is currently writing a book about the politics of mobility, and frequently advocates for reduced car […]
Commentary: Keep Drilling, Stop Driving, Use Oil Wisely
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BP’s Deepwater Horizon. Photo: U.S. Coast Guard. (Editor’s note: This is an Op-Ed from Jason Henderson, Geography Professor at San Francisco State University, who is writing a book on the politics of mobility in cities. He grew up in New Orleans where he spent much time in the coastal wetlands of Louisiana while also observing […]