Neoliberal reform and urban space: The cartoneros of Buenos Aires, 2001-2005

Themis Chronopoulos

doi:10.1080/13604810600736651

Neoliberal reform and urban space: The cartoneros of Buenos Aires, 2001-2005

Themis Chronopoulos

American Studies

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Abstract

In Argentina, cartoneros are poor people who collect and sell paper products and other recyclables in order to survive. The appearance of cartoneros in high profile urban public spaces in search of recyclables has been one of the most visible and lasting effects of the 2001–2002 economic crisis of Argentina. This essay examines the origins of cartoneros in Buenos Aires and Gran Buenos Aires, their relationship with the state, and the formalization of their gathering activities by the authorities and the recycling industry.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	167-182
Number of pages	16
Journal	City
Volume	10
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/13604810600736651
Publication status	Published - Jul 2006

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