Understanding America’s $38 Trillion Debt and the Path Forward

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Career Growth, Job Mobility, and the Modern Workforce

Matthew Bidwell, Professor of Management at the Wharton School, explores the realities of job hopping, the importance of adaptability and skill-building early in a career, and how economic conditions and AI may shape career decisions for new graduates entering the workforce. Host ...  Show more

Rethinking Urban Tax Policy Through Land Value Taxation

Robert Inman, Wharton Professor Emeritus of Finance, discusses how land value taxation, inspired by economist Henry George and successfully implemented in cities like Pittsburgh, could provide New York City with a more sustainable way to raise revenue without discouraging investm ...  Show more

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