Klinenberg: Public libraries are the quintessential model of social infrastructure
Eric Klinenberg · Why heat waves become deadly · Sep 7, 2022 · at 19:59
Sociologist Eric Klinenberg evaluates public libraries as essential community hubs during climate emergencies and everyday life.
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“The public library is kind of the quintessential social infrastructure for me. A branch library that lets you in regardless of your social class or your race or your age or your citizenship status, you know, that recognizes and respects you when you walk in the door.”
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