Geography 2050 (2021) Lightning Talk: Geographic Inequality in the United States

The talk discusses the growing geographic inequality in the United States, highlighting the significant disparities between rich and poor areas. The speaker presents findings from academic research, emphasizing the close connection between geographic and overall income inequality. Additionally, the talk explores how seemingly place-neutral federal policies can have concentrated impacts on different regions, influencing geographic inequality.

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Geography 2050 (2021) Panel Discussion: From Global Megatrends to Local Divides: Advancing Equity at Every Scale