Plus a new podcast episode on Russia featuring Fiona Hill and we celebrate Brookings Metro's 25th anniversary.
When do consumers prefer algorithmic versus human decisionmakers? Based on conventional wisdom, one would expect that most people prefer humans to be the primary decisionmakers on issues, but in actuality, people opt for algorithms far more often than expected. Paying attention to what consumers want and why from decisionmaking algorithms will generate both better code and better governance, write Derek Bambauer and Michael Risch. Read more |
Listen: Putin, Trump, and the road to authoritarianism On the latest episode of the Brookings Cafeteria podcast, Fiona Hill and Angela Stent discuss Russia's re-emergence as a great power, and how economic change, deindustrialization, and other forces open doors for populist leaders to rise in places like Russia, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Listen to the podcast |
25 years of Brookings Metro |
Over the last two-plus decades, the narrative surrounding America's cities has changed dramatically. Places that were once looked at as sources of the nation's problems are now key leaders in national efforts to build a more equitable economy. To commemorate the 25th anniversary of our Brookings Metro program, Director Amy Liu and Deputy Director Alan Berube reflect on how city fortunes have changed and highlight the opportunities ahead for metropolitan leaders to tackle the country's key challenges. ▶️ For more on Brookings Metro and the road ahead, watch a new video featuring their experts and partners. |
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