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The Politics of Trees

The Politics of Trees

Despite decades of ordinances and pledges to protect them, trees are routinely lost to development, road widening, power lines and city maintenance projects. Whilst digging into the contradictions at the heart of Kansas City’s relationship with its canopy, the film highlights communities and developers as they rethink the role of trees.

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The Politics of Trees is a local public television program presented by Kansas City PBS

Week in Review Extra: Talking Trees

Week in Review Extra: Talking Trees

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Nick Haines and a panel discuss issues raised in KCPBS’ The Politics of Trees. (26m 46s)

The Politics of Trees: The Battle Between Canopy and Concrete

The Politics of Trees: The Battle Between Canopy and Concrete

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In the battle between concrete and canopy, what kind of city do we really want to grow? (26m 46s)

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