Urbanization - Cons

(to criticize wasteful projects) a drain on public funds

Building stadiums that sit empty is a drain on public funds.

(to criticize rising rents forcing people out) push low-income residents out

Gentrification can push low-income residents out of their neighborhoods.

(to criticize congestion charges) an unfair burden on commuters

Congestion pricing may place an unfair burden on commuters who have no alternatives.

(to criticize self-driving vehicles) raise serious safety concerns

Self-driving buses still raise serious safety concerns in crowded streets.