Plus, turning technology into a catalyst for shared prosperity.
Why do US presidents like military assistance? Military assistance is a popular tool of U.S. presidents and other policymakers. It is likely to play a critical role in America’s grand strategy and defense policy after the election this November, no matter which candidate wins. Alexander Noyes and Richard Bennet answer key questions about the goals of military assistance, whether it works, how to improve it, and more. | Turning technology into a catalyst for shared prosperity | Transformative new technologies are reshaping economies and societies. But as they create new opportunities, they also pose new challenges, including rising inequality. In a new edited volume, Brahima S. Coulibaly and Zia Qureshi bring together experts to explore growth, work, and inequality in the digital era. Preorder the book | Read a preview In case you missed it, watch yesterday's expert conversation on the book and its themes. | About Brookings The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. Our mission is to conduct in-depth, nonpartisan research to improve policy and governance at local, national, and global levels. If you were forwarded this email, sign up for the Brookings Brief to stay updated on our latest work. | The conclusions and recommendations of any Brookings publication are solely those of its author(s), and do not reflect the views of the Institution, its management, or its other scholars. | |