Edward Glaeser on Dynamism and Stagnation
These remarks were delivered on May 8, 2024 at The Austin Symposium.
Economic Dynamism

Dynamism and Stagnation: An Outlook
Flexibility and responsiveness are particularly important during periods of shock.

Recent Patterns of New Business Creation
The pandemic surge of new business entries highlights American entrepreneurial dynamism.

These Mayors Understand How to Run a City
Armed with common sense policies, three urban leaders are fighting a patient battle against chaos.

Saving Free Markets in America
American markets are under siege by interventionists on both the left and the right.

The Path Dependency of American Health Care
Health care policies promote the chance to acquire winning lottery tickets, offering greater health care services and product availability (subsidized by third parties) rather than better assurances of those resources being delivered and used more productively.

Should We Believe the Economic Data or Americans’ “Lyin’” Eyes? The Answer Is Yes.
Many Americans are convinced that the economy is ailing and that life is financially tougher today than a decade—or a generation—ago.

