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Although globalization scholars at the turn of the millennium predicted the loss of importance of the local, cities have continued to be vital anchors of social, economic, political, and cultural life. While they may serve as a safe haven for some, they are simultaneously the site of continuous political struggles over the boundaries of belonging. Tracing the history of urbanization in the U.S., this course explores various facets of contemporary urban life, including urban disempowerment, poverty, segregation, and gentrification. At the same time, we will look at the many ways in which residents – including migrants and members of the LGBTQIA+ community – claim their right to the city.