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UPCOMING EVENT

Save to My PortfolioThe Summit for American Prosperity: Washington and Metro Areas Working Together

Thursday, June 12, 2008
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Washington, DC

On the evening of June 11 and all day on June 12, join us for a National Summit and help us design a new federal agenda that leverages the assets of metropolitan areas—the engines of America’s prosperity. Learn about new federal policy ideas. Meet other local and regional innovators. Read More

Competitiveness, Cities, U.S. Economy, U.S. Economic Growth, Federalism

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioPlanning for Quality Schools: Meeting the Needs of District Families

David F. Garrison, Marni D. Allen, Margery Austin Turner, Jennifer Comey, Barika X. Williams, Elizabeth Guernsey, Mary Filardo, Nancy Huvendick and Ping Sung, April 24, 2008, The Brookings Institution

The District of Columbia is struggling to attract and retain families with children. Most newcomers are singles and childless couples. The total number of school-age children has declined slightly. Many of the city’s schools suffer from long-standing physical, management and academic problems. The availability of quality public schools, near affordable family-friendly housing, will help determine the city’s success. Read More

Education, Inequality, Transportation, Charter Schools, Washington DC

VIDEO

Save to My PortfolioAffordable Housing, Rental Housing and Home Ownership

Bruce Katz and Martha Raddatz, April 24, 2008

Affordable Housing, Rental Housing and Home OwnershipDespite the fact that one-third of all Americans live in rental housing, rental policy often takes a back seat to home-ownership policy in Washington. To ensure that low- and moderate-income Americans can afford rental housing, Bruce Katz says that the next president needs to help supplement incomes, empower local governments to expand the supply of affordable housing and deal with the subprime mortgage crisis.

Housing, Cost of Living, Mortgage Market, Cities, Real Estate

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioPennsylvania Economic Revival Lies in its Metro Assets

Bruce Katz, Amy Liu and Steve Wray, April 14, 2008, The Philadelphia Inquirer

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioRetooling for Growth in America’s Older Industrial Areas

Tuesday, April 08, 2008
Washington, DC

VIDEO

Save to My PortfolioMetropolitan Pennsylvania

Amy Liu, April 01, 2008

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioEasing the Traffic Jam through Congestion Pricing

Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Washington, DC

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioAmerica’s Traffic Congestion Problem

David Lewis, April 2008, The Brookings Institution

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioAn Economic Plan for the Commonwealth: Unleashing the Assets of Metropolitan Pennsylvania

Bruce Katz and Amy Liu, March 31, 2008, The Brookings Institution

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioNew Kind of Growth Emerging for Charlotte

Christopher B. Leinberger, March 29, 2008, The Charlotte Observer

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioMigration to Hot Housing Markets Cools Off

William H. Frey, March 21, 2008, The Brookings Institution

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioRiding the "Three I's" to Economic Recovery

Alan Berube and David Jackson, March 20, 2008, The Seattle Times

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioTwenty-First Century Gateways: Fastest Growing Immigrant Metros

Monday, March 17, 2008
Washington, DC

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioAsk Candidates How They'll Help Fix Michigan

John C. Austin and Bruce Katz, March 11, 2008, The Detroit Free Press

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioWashington Must Retool for a More Focused Role in Buffalo

Robert Puentes, February 28, 2008, The Buffalo News

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioAn Economic Blueprint? The Candidate Who Has One Should Find a Receptive Ohio

Alan Berube and Bruce Katz, February 24, 2008, Cleveland Plain Dealer

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioWe Need Washington: Some of North Texas' Problems Are Too Big To Go It Alone

Bruce Katz and Don Williams, February 24, 2008, The Dallas Morning News

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Featured Experts

Bruce Katz

Bruce Katz

Vice President and Director, Metropolitan Policy Program
The Adeline M. and Alfred I. Johnson Chair in Urban and Metropolitan Policy

Bruce Katz, vice president and founding director of the Metropolitan Policy Program, regularly advises national, state, regional and municipal leaders on policy reforms that advance the competitiveness of metropolitan areas.


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Robert Puentes

Robert Puentes

Fellow, Metropolitan Policy Program

Robert Puentes focuses on the broad array of policies and issues related to metropolitan growth and development. He is an expert on transportation and infrastructure; urban planning; growth management; suburban issues, and housing.
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Alan Berube

Alan Berube

Fellow, Metropolitan Policy Program

Alan Berube is research director of the Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program. A former policy advisor to the U.S. Treasury Department, he is an expert on metropolitan demographics, low-wage workers, and urban poverty.


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On the Issues: Bruce Katz

Rental Housing and Home Ownership

"Rental policy matters substantially to a whole host of national priorities, but it has really been a second-class citizen to home ownership policies which have dominated the housing debate in this country for decades."

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Spotlight

ProgramGlobal Economy and Development

Global Economy and Development advances research, dialogue, and innovative solutions to address the forces of globalization and the challenges of global poverty.

ExpertSuzanne Maloney

Suzanne Maloney studies Iran, the political economy of the Persian Gulf and Middle East energy policy. A former U.S. State Department policy advisor, she has also counseled private companies on Middle East issues.

ProgramMetropolitan Policy Program

Redefining the challenges facing metropolitan America and promoting innovative solutions to help communities grow in more inclusive, competitive and sustainable ways.

ExpertRon Haskins

A former White House and congressional advisor on welfare issues, Ron Haskins co-directs the Brookings Center on Children and Families. He is an expert on preschool, foster care and poverty.

Policy CenterSaban Center for Middle East Policy

The Saban Center conducts original research and develops innovative programs to promote a better understanding of the policy choices facing American decisionmakers in the Middle East.

Policy CenterJohn L. Thornton China Center

The John L. Thornton China Center develops analysis and policy recommendations to help address key long-term challenges, both in terms of U.S.-China relations and China's internal development.

ExpertLael Brainard

Lael Brainard is vice president and director of Global Economy and Development. She focuses on competitiveness, trade, international economics, U.S. foreign assistance and global poverty.

ExpertIsabel V. Sawhill

A nationally known budget expert, Isabel Sawhill focuses on domestic poverty and federal fiscal policy. She is also co-director of the Center on Children and Families at Brookings.

ExpertThomas Mann

A noted congressional scholar, Tom Mann writes and speaks widely on issues related to campaigns, elections and the effectiveness of Congress.

ProgramGovernance Studies

Governance Studies explores political institutions of the United States and other democracies to assess how they govern, how their practices compare, and how citizens and public servants can advance sound governance.

ExpertAlice M. Rivlin

Alice Rivlin, the first director of the Congressional Budget Office, is an expert on urban issues as well as fiscal, monetary and social policy. She directs the Greater Washington Research project. 

Policy CenterEngelberg Center for Health Care Reform

The Engelberg Center for Health Care Reform provides practical solutions to achieve high-quality, innovative, affordable health care with particular emphasis on identifying opportunities on the national, state and local levels.

ExpertMartin S. Indyk

Ambassador to Israel and assistant secretary of state for near east affairs during the Clinton Administration, Martin Indyk directs the Saban Center for Middle East Policy. He currently focuses on the Clinton administration’s diplomacy and the Arab-Israeli conflict.