I have a new theory of history, which is certain things happen because they seem like a good … - James Howard Kunstler

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James Howard Kunstler

I have a new theory of history, which is certain things happen because they seem like a good idea at the time. And suburbia seemed like a good idea at the time, but it was a special time and place in history, with special dynamics. And now, we're going to have to live with the consequences of that. And the consequences will be tragic.

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