The Clean City Conundrum: Can Civic Pride Be Engineered? Dubai's relentless pursuit of cleanliness stands out as a beacon of hope in a world where urban decay seems inevitable.
On the surface, the emirate's spotless streets and gleaming metro stations are a testament to its commitment to civic pride.
However, scratch beneath the façade, and questions arise: can civic pride be engineered, or is it an organic byproduct of community engagement? The Broken Window Theory, first proposed by criminologist James Q.