Posts tagged Economics
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Here’s the reality: Montgomery County needs smart growth
In the 1970’s, Montgomery County led the way on progressive growth. Now residents have to rise to the occasion again to build the Montgomery of 2040 through smart policies that prioritize accessible transit and affordable housing. Keep reading…
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In Washington, we’re adding jobs faster than we’re adding housing
263,700 new jobs came to the Washington region between 2011-2016. But as we’ve added those jobs, we haven’t built enough homes to actually house all of the new workers that come with them. Keep reading…
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Five maps that explain the Washington region’s economy
Our region is unique in that it spans two states plus DC, and at times accounting for its breadth can be difficult. But to understand the economy on a macro level, we have to look beyond borders. These maps show some of the key features of the massive unit that is the Washington metro region. Keep reading…
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The housing crisis isn’t over yet. It may never be.
The economy has improved, unemployment has fallen, and many people are back on their feet, but the United States’ housing crisis is not over. Unless we want history to repeat itself, we’ll need to continue to reform how banks give out loans and how the government oversees mortgages. Keep reading…
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National links: There are downsides to letting the Rust Belt shrink
An economist puts forward a strong argument on why it doesn’t make sense to say that we should just let middle-of-the-country places that are struggling economically die off, Donald Trump has named a Secretary of Transportation, and Volvo just finished building the world’s longest bus. Read about this, and more, from world of transportation, land use, and other related areas! Leaving… Keep reading…
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If racial inequities didn’t exist, DC would look like this…
Across DC, black and Hispanic residents see a lot less socio-economic success than white residents, and many argue that’s because the playing field is not level when it comes to opportunities for success. The charts below show what DC would look like if minorities got a fair shake, according to a recent study. Keep reading…
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Maps of where our region’s jobs are, what types of jobs they are, and what they pay
When we talk about the densities of neighborhoods, there is a tendency to focus on how many people live in an area. But it can be equally important to talk about how many jobs are there, and what types. The maps below show where the jobs in our region are as well as how much they pay. Keep reading…
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Marriott is moving its headquarters to downtown Bethesda so it can be in a denser place that’s closer to transit
Marriott International, a major local employer and national hotelier, is making an “in-town” move, relocating its headquarters from North Bethesda to downtown Bethesda. That sends an important message: walkable urban places and proximity to transit, specifically Metro but also the coming Purple Line, are economically crucial. Keep reading…
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Rent in our region is expensive. Does that mean it’s unaffordable?
It’s no secret that rent prices in the Washington region are very high. But when we talk about affordable places to live, we often forget that there are two components to affordability: there’s how much we spend on rent, but also how much we earn in income. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Fire alarm
Friday’s tough commute; What started the fire?; WMATA’s board woes; Ride-hailing’s late night future?; New public housing; DC’s commune scene; Tough church transformations; Frederick’s urban future?. Keep reading…