It’s our city. Let’s fix it

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NOVEMBER 3, 2014 TODAY’S TED TALK Alessandra Orofino: It’s our city. Let’s fix it 15:15 minutes · TEDGlobal 2014 Too often, people feel checked out of politics — even at the level of their own city. But urban activist Alessandra Orofino thinks that can change, using a mix of tech and old-fashioned human connection. Sharing examples from her hometown of Rio, she says: "It is up to us to decide whether we want schools or parking lots, recycling projects or construction sites, cars or buses, loneliness or solidarity." Watch now »     PLAYLIST OF THE DAY Talks to restore your faith in politics Modern politics turns you off? Here’s how to reconnect — and take charge of your world. Watch » 8 TED Talks · Total run time 1:54:24