What’s the most common street name in the United States? Hint: It’s not Main Street or Third Street. It’s also not First Street. You’ll find the answer, along with lots of other fascinating information, in The Address Book: What Street Addresses Reveal About Identity, Race, Wealth, and Power by attorney and essayist Deirdre Mask. This is part of a complete episode.
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