The Taxonomy of Crony Capitalism
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The Taxonomy of Crony Capitalism

The struggle between crony capitalism and true capitalism for the soul of the US economy is and has always been a defining features of our economic history. For the past few decades however, cronyism seems to have gained the upper hand. In this seminar, Tom Ballou investigates how such a takeover has manifested itself in various parts of our economy, from the local neighborhood to the conduct of our international affairs.

Instructor: Tom Ballou
Time: Monday June 24th, 6:30 PM to 8:00
Location: 149 East 38th Street, New York, NY 10016

Nordic Capitalism – The Middle Way
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Nordic Capitalism – The Middle Way

Highly regarded internationally as a successful functioning hybrid economic system, the Nordic model of capitalism emphasizes consensus, cooperation and pragmatism over ideology. In this interactive seminar, Michael Bucher reveals the significance, characteristics and historical context behind this model and ask whether it could work in America.

Date: Monday June 3rd, 2019
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Instructor: Michael Bucher

Congestion Pricing is Coming to New York City – Is it fair? Will it Work?
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Congestion Pricing is Coming to New York City – Is it fair? Will it Work?

The long-awaited and hard fought congestion pricing policy is here. Although the measure is going into effect in 2021, many are questioning its fairness while others are touting its prospects for ushering in a new era of urban sustainability. Join us for a lively discussion of the potential challenges facing the first experiment of its kind in the United States.

Our panelists include Bhairavi Desai from the New York Taxi Workers Alliance, Dr. Jonas Shaende, Chief Economist at the Fiscal Policy Institute, Dr. Marty Rowland of the Henry George School, and Ben Schulman, Director of The Newburgh Packet. The panel presentations will be followed by a community Q&A.

Location: 149 East 38th Street, New York, NY 10016
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Date: Tuesday, May 14th, 2019

Debating Monetary Reform – A Hard Look at MMT
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Debating Monetary Reform – A Hard Look at MMT

Our May 4th Money Talks workshop will feature a debate on Monetary Reform with four distinguished speakers, James Keenan and Adam Rice from Deficit Owls NYC, Sue Peters from the Alliance for Just Money and Dan Sullivan from the Council of Georgist Organizations.

Speakers:

Adam Rice and James Keenan
Topic: Modern Monetary Theory –  The Very Basics

Dan Sullivan
Topic:  Can MMT Work Without Demonetizing Bank Credit?

Sue Peters
Topic: What Makes the U.S. Greenback a Sovereign Money

Moderator: Allen Smith

Location: 149 East 38th Street, New York, NY 10016
Time: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Date: Saturday, May 4th, 2019

Amazon’s Retreat: Good for New York?
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Amazon’s Retreat: Good for New York?

Join The Henry George School for a lively panel discussion of the latest developments in the Amazon HQ2 deal and their potential impact on New York families and businesses. Panelists include credit/risk management expert Jeffrey Previdi, real estate insider Denise Favorule, anti-gentrification activist Dee Raymond, environmental/civil engineer Marty Rowland, and researcher Bridget Fisher. The panel presentations will be followed by a community Q&A.

Location: 149 East 38th Street, New York, NY 10016
Time: 6:00 PM
Date: March 26, 2018