Place-based Policy

Place-based Policy
Panel discusses local economic issues
Upjohn Institute convenes experts to discuss policies to improve local economies
Research Highlights
Tim Bartik talking to Mike Horrigan
Video discussion: Tim Bartik on targeted policies for distressed communities
Timothy J. Bartik, Michael Horrigan
Kalamazoo Promise Data on tablet
Kalamazoo Promise Interactive Data Tool
Kathleen Bolter, Brad J. Hershbein, Alfonso Hernandez, Bridget Timmeney
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The illustrated case for targeting local job creation on distressed labor markets
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Commentary & Analysis
Graduate in cap and gown
Six lessons for tuition-free college programs from the Columbus Promise
Michelle Miller-Adams, Kevin M. Hollenbeck, Bridget Timmeney, Kyle Huisman
Madison, Wisconsin skyline
The booming American cities of the 21st century are not just the ones you think
Woman points at building in a development model while others look on
What standards make sense for economic development tax incentives?
Aaron Sojourner in front of Minnesota building
Investments in early childhood pay off for economies, families, Aaron Sojourner writes
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Experts
Brad J. Hershbein
Senior Economist and Deputy Director of Research
Kathleen Bolter
Project Manager, Policies for Place Initiative
Michelle Miller-Adams
Senior Researcher
Timothy J. Bartik
Senior Economist
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Factory worker examines metal in manufacturing process
Study finds 18:1 return on Manufacturing Extension Partnership program
Distressed cities
State Governments Can Do More to Help Their Distressed Places
Timothy J. Bartik
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Upjohn Institute announces second slate of Dissertation Research Grants
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Michigan Works! Southwest helps company's transition