Lewis M. Feldstein Books
Feldstein served as president of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation and has been active in community development.
Known for: Better Together: Restoring the American Community
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Better Together: Restoring the American Community
Better Together: Restoring the American Community explores how Americans are rebuilding social capital and civic engagement through innovative community initiatives. The authors present case studies from across the United States, highlighting grassroots efforts that strengthen local ties and foster collaboration among diverse groups. The book serves as a follow-up to Putnam’s earlier work, Bowling Alone, offering a more optimistic view of civic renewal.
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Framework for Renewal: Rethinking Community and Connection
To understand civic renewal, we first needed to rethink what we meant by community. Social capital, as we define it, is the network of relationships that allow people to act together more effectively to pursue shared objectives. It is not merely about friendliness or sentiment; it is about trust tha...
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Portland, Oregon: Democracy in the Neighborhood
Our journey began in Portland, Oregon, a city widely recognized for its democratic spirit and participatory culture. In the 1970s, citizens there struggled to find a way to influence urban planning and governance. Out of that struggle emerged neighborhood associations—grassroots entities officially ...
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About Lewis M. Feldstein
Feldstein served as president of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation and has been active in community development.
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