Harvard economist Edward Glaeser explains how cities made civilization rich, how cities can make us sick, and how cities should best be managed for innovation and prosperity. As cities struggle under Covid-19, he also discusses the economic benefits of public health, as well as the relationship between public investment and economic diversification.

Also featuring Makena Coffman and Sumner La Croix, UH professors and research fellows at the University of Hawai‘i Economic Research Organization (UHERO).

Presented by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, Kamehameha Schools, and UHERO.
Event sponsors: Kanu Hawai‘i, UH Alumni Relations, Scholars Strategy Network, Public Policy Center.

0:00 - Introduction (Makena Coffman)
1:00 - Edward Glaesar
42:11 - Sumner LaCroix

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The Better Tomorrow Speaker Series features incisive conversations on the most pressing issues of our time. The project is a joint venture of the University of Hawai‘i, Hawai‘i Community Foundation, and Kamehameha Schools.

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