The document discusses how a potential merger between AOL and New York could challenge New York's position as the center of America's online presence. While AOL would control 55% of the online market, the merger could shift control away from New York. Historically, New York's position as a dominant center has been challenged before over the course of U.S. history.

1. Urbanization Alexis Ruiz

2. “A Merger…” by Clough It is believed that New York has the opportunity to control America’s online. While AOL will control only 55% of it. If AOL were to merge it put New York’s position in question as to who will be the center of America. This is not the first time that New York was challenged, over the course of U.S. history, New York was challenged several times.

3. “World Capitals of the Future”by Kotkin