Aimed at informing local and state strategies for economic recovery in ways that link near-term resilience to longer-term economic transformation, racial equity, and economic inclusion, the Metropolitan Policy Program at Brookings has launched the COVID-19 Metro Recovery Watch. New essays offer actionable ideas for leaders to support job creation and business growth, job preparation and wage gains, and vibrant, connected communities—all while advancing racial inclusion. And a set of a case studies shines a spotlight on local recovery efforts across the country focused on promising approaches, practices, and policies for long-term inclusive growth.

“Fixing a retirement system that was not designed to accommodate women’s experiences will require significant changes, not just in retirement policy but in labor market practices and policies as well.” In a new essay for our 19A Brookings Gender Equality series, Grace Enda and William Gale highlight the troubling disparities in retirement benefits between American men and women and outline policy options to address them.

Though the U.K. turned inward with Brexit, over the past few months the country seems to be entering the foreign policy fray again—with actions on 5G, Hong Kong, human rights, and work with other democracies. Thomas Wright explains what the shift means for America and argues that a potential Joe Biden administration has an opportunity to repair U.K.-U.S. relations.