The Role of Political Competition in Declining Cities
Economist Edward Glaeser discusses the impact of political competition on declining cities. While he believes in the importance of political competition, he also provides counterexamples and emphasizes the need for empirical evidence. Glaeser also highlights the work of Fernando Ferreira and Joe Jerko, who found little difference in the actions of mayors based on party affiliation. Ultimately, competition and delivering basic city services are crucial for the revitalization of declining cities.In this clip
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