Detroit- lost its industrial nature due to offshoring and outsourcing and is an example of developed countries struggling with the negative impacts of globalisation
When Ford moved out of the city lost 1/4 of its population soon after
The city declared itself bankrupt in 2013 due to the lack of prosperity and development in the area
1/3 of families in Detroit fall below the poverty line
High murder rates, 2/3 of murders are drug related
Other examples of areas affected by the loss of industry= Huntington, West Virginia- Opiod crisis - 1/10 babies born addiced to drugs (usually heroin)
BRAIN DRAIN
Average house price =$33,400 vs US average of $188,900
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Shows the lack of properity in Detroit
The regeneration of Book Tower shows ex-residents coming back and investing in the state - however, some feel as though it shows exclusivity due to it being a gated community
There is a possibility that the increasing prices of LA and California may mean start-ups begin in Detroit
Trump and his policies of protectionism may also reinvigorate however Trump has only just introduced the tariffs in early June 2018 and therefore it is impossible to tell if the tariffs have worked
BUT USA imports more from China than the other way around so it could mean the plan is slightly flawed?
Over 2x the national avergage unemployment rate - (4.1% vs 8.7%)
'Gas station' meals - so the health is decreased due to diet
Only 7% of 13-14 year olds are proficient in reading - could link to Raines Elementary in Jackson vs Madison Elementary- the differences between state and education- gov polices?
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