How to Grow New York and Other Cities – While Reducing Inequality

Four pillars of inclusive prosperity are key to addressing our urban crisis.

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The Class Geography of New York City

Where do the five boroughs live and work?

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Manhattan: Powered by the Creative Class

New York has long been recognized as America’s creative capital, fueled by a growing pool of creative talent.

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Brooklyn: A Bedroom Community for the Creative Class

Brooklyn has become a popular destination for the Creative Class. What’s the impact on the economy?

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A Transforming Queens Welcomes Skilled Talent

Queens is rising. Or, as the New York Times put it, investors, developers, and young professionals are at the very least tilting towards the borough.

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Staten Island: No Longer a Forgotten Borough

Staten Island could be nearing its golden era. Here’s why.

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The Bronx is Back: Healthcare and Educations Spur New Growth

New York’s strong economic recovery is breathing new life into the Bronx.

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Measuring Staten Island’s Creative Workforce

Staten Island has the smallest creative economy of New York’s five boroughs.

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Measuring Queens’ Creative Workforce

With nearly 141,000 workers, the Creative Class makes up 25 percent of Queens’ workforce.

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Measuring Manhattan’s Creative Workforce

Forty percent of Manhattan workers belong to the Creative Class, a share that is 61 percent larger than the U.S. average.

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