Disrupting D.C.: The Rise of Uber and the Fall of the City

Disrupting D.C.: The Unlikely Rise of Uber in Our Nation's Capital is a thought-provoking and insightful examination of how Uber transformed Washington, D.C.'s urban politics and deep social divisions.

This book offers a 360-degree view of an urban America in crisis, revealing why Uber rose to prominence despite the city's initial resistance.

Drawing on interviews with gig workers, policymakers, Uber lobbyists, and community organizers, Disrupting D.C.

sheds light on the factors that contributed to Uber's success and growth in the nation's capital.

The book also highlights the cost of Uber's rise, including lowered expectations for what cities can achieve and a lack of investment in sustainable transportation solutions.

Ultimately, Disrupting D.C.

offers a powerful critique of urban politics and a call to action for more equitable and sustainable city planning.