The Future of Downtowns, Electric Cars in Nairobi, and More

March 25, 2023

The future of downtowns is shared prosperity

"As the heart of our nation's economy, downtowns have the unique potential—and imperative—to act boldly and inclusively to rebuild stronger than before." New research from Tracy Hadden Loh and Hanna Love explores how city leaders can deliver an equitable recovery that connects downtown prosperity to more neighborhoods and more people.

Accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in Nairobi

Kenya's carbon emissions have increased over the last 10 years, but the capital city of Nairobi has a strong foundation to support electric vehicles (EVs). In a new Foresight Africa viewpoint, Humphrey Njogu shares strategies to increase the adoption of EVs and outlines the economic and social benefits of doing so.

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Congress should take on the task of reforming Section 230

Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act—which shields internet companies from liability for third-party content on their platforms—will likely be left intact by the U.S. Supreme Court. Mark MacCarthy explains how Congress can move forward with a new system that incentivizes companies to stop the spread of illegal speech and conduct.

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The American Rescue Plan at 2 years

In March 2021, the Biden administration passed the American Rescue Plan Act, a massive piece of legislation designed to help the nation bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic.

To mark the bill's two-year anniversary, Brookings Metro hosted events exploring how Latino communities are rebuilding and how local leaders are advancing equitable recovery efforts.

For more on America's recovery, read this report by Lavea Brachman and Glencora Haskins.

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