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In response to problems of jurisdictional fragmentation in American metropolitan areas, many efforts at regional governance have been undertaken. Few are successful. In most areas, area-wide problems are dealt with by specialized functional entities. The universal avoidance of regional general-purpose governance is analyzed through consideration of the motivations and attitudes of the actors (businesses, governments, citizens) in particular American cities, including Seattle. It is argued that the strongest force against regionalization is the fear of redistribution of real income.

Four distinguished experts from different disciplines contribute their views on Lani Guinier's new book, Tyranny of the Majority. Guinier, a professor of law, was nominated in 1993 to become Assistant Attorney General in charge of the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice. Her advocacy of dramatic reforms in the US electoral system touched off a firestorm of criticism, and President Clinton withdrew the nomination. The book represents a synopsis and defense of these controversial views.