Urban planners from Colombia tell the story of two creative independent mayors

What makes mathematicians good mayors?
They solve problems!
People using too much water? Taxi drivers taking folks to the wrong locations? Too many men acting violent at night? Frustrated drivers unable to communicate with each other? Urban dwellers crossing the street in dangerous ways?

In this videoblog urban planners from Colombia tell the story of two creative independent mayors who found new ways to address old urban issues. The mayors Antanas Mockus from Bogota and Sergio Fajardo from Medellin worked to change the way that residents relate to one another and to public space. With the help of mimes, super hero costumes, and artistic interventions, they helped to create a culture of citizenship in their respective cities.

As you listen to Catalina Ortiz and Diego Silva tell the story of these two mayors, youll learn how former mathematicians became some of the most innovative politicians in Colombias recent history. And their efforts are far from over. Amidst Colombias unfolding presidential race, Mockus and Fajardo are both trying to bring their alternative messages to the national stage. While Fajardos campaign has been gaining steam in the mainstream, Mockus is focused on fueling a new grassroots movement built on trust between informed citizens. What is his campaign slogan amidst the violence plaguing the country today? Life is Sacred.

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[cataortiza]

In this videoblog urban planners from Colombia tell the story of two creative independent mayors who found new ways to address old urban issues. The mayors Antanas Mockus from Bogota and Sergio Fajardo from Medellin worked to change the way that residents relate to one another and to public space. With the help of mimes, super hero costumes, and artistic interventions, they helped to create a culture of citizenship in their respective cities.

[moni1987pena]

They have no idea about this men! they should read more about Mockus and his crazy and awkward ideas....

[mykyreyes]

esta en ingles y definitivamente los colombianos comunes no hablan ingles.