Stories by David Lepeska

A freelance journalist and editor based in Istanbul, David Lepeska writes about Islam, technology, media, and cities and sustainability, and has contributed to The New York Times, The Economist, The Financial Times, The Guardian, Metropolis, Monocle, The Atlantic Cities and other outlets.

Is There Any Way to Stop a Billionaire-Backed Megaproject?

Preserving a City Where 80 Percent of the Past Has Been Erased

Fight Over Istanbul Park Is Also a Fight for Freedom of Speech

Istanbul’s Furious Bid to Become the Next Dubai

Encouraged by the Government, Istanbul’s Residents Become Citizen Spies

In Turkish Cities, a Black-Box Effort to Turn Citizens Into Government Spies

A Chicago Park Learns from New York’s High Line

Betting the Farm

Chicago Report Makes Transit Extension Benefits Clear

Coming Soon, Twitter as a Citywide Suggestions Box

When We’re All Urban Planners

Chicago Exhibit Outlines Possibilities for Windy City BRT

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