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Panel Discusses Whether Jane Jacobs' Principles Are Still Relevant

Update: For the New York Times' summary of what was said at the panel, click here.

Led by architect and critic Joseph Giovannini, tonight's panel examined whether Jane Jacobs' principles and methods of activism are still relevant to the challenges posed by the current glut of development projects. They also touched on the social and historical context in which Jacobs emerged and the ways she has influenced modern urban design and planning.

Do you agree with what the panelists had to say? Do you think Jane Jacobs' principles are still relevant today? To what extent has the world changed since her activism in the Village in the 1960s? And how are today's challenges different to those she faced?

Whether you attended the event or not, please feel free to give your thoughts on these questions or raise any relevant issues you like by commenting below.

Please note: a video podcast of the event will be available to watch here on Monday, November 5.