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U.S. Economic Growth

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 PortfolioInflation Amidst Recession: Policy Prescriptions for Sustaining Stable Growth

Wing Thye Woo, May 14, 2008, The Brookings Institution

In response to the burst in global inflation, Wing Thye Woo provides policy recommendations on how to manage the emerging stagflation and produce sustained and stable economic growth. Read More

U.S. Economic Growth, Global Economics, Monetary Policy, Sustainable Development, Financial Markets

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

Bruce Katz and his colleagues in a recent opinion piece in the Philadelphia Inquirer urge the federal government to organize their current fragmented investments in transportation and innovation and targeting them where they will provide the greatest return, metropolitan America. Read More

Competitiveness, U.S. Economic Growth, Pennsylvania, Economic Development, Regions and States

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioPolicies for Tackling the Mortgage Mess

Douglas W. Elmendorf, April 10, 2008, Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs

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 PortfolioThe Vital Connection: Reclaiming Great Lakes Economic Leadership in the Bi-National U.S.-Canadian Region

John C. Austin, Britany Affolter-Caine and Elaine Dezenski, March 24, 2008, The Brookings Institution

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioNew Economy Safety Net: A Proposal to Enhance Worker Adjustment Programs

Lael Brainard, Spring 2008, Democracy Journal, Issue #8, Spring 2008

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioIf the Economy’s So Bad, Why Is the Unemployment Rate So Low?

Rebecca M. Blank, March 07, 2008, Joint Economic Committee

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioWhat Should the Next President Do about Poverty?

Wednesday, March 05, 2008
Washington, DC

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioWeighing Alternative Policies for Tackling the Mortgage Mess

Douglas W. Elmendorf, February 2008, The Brookings Institution

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

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioProductivity and Potential Growth in the United States and Europe

Martin Neil Baily, February 08, 2008, Presentation at the European Central Bank

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioMetro Areas Need to Use Power of Their Votes

Bruce Katz and MarySue Barrett, January 22, 2008, Chicago Sun Times

VIDEO

Save to My PortfolioCompetitiveness: From Charleston to China

Bruce Katz, Jeffrey A. Bader, Governor Mark Sanford, Glenn H. Hutchins and Dana Beach, January 11, 2008

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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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Research ProjectLatin America Initiative

The Latin America Initiative provides high-quality, in-depth, and independent research across a range of economic and political issues, and offers policy recommendations aimed at U.S. and Latin American policymakers. Read More

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.