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Originally Posted by Beedok
Wouldn't LA be the next target?
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One could make an argument for LA, but size (population) is just one criteria by which global cities are gauged. Some are arguing that scale is becoming less of a factor while innovation, human capital, and interconnectivity with the world are becoming key. I agree with that assessment.
In America, Toronto's rivals are New York, Sao Paulo, Mexico City, and increasingly San Francisco. These are the cities (along with Toronto) that will be the dominant cities over the next century. Size is important, but not everything. That said, LA will remain in the mix. I don't see Chicago being able to however.