FRIDAY FORUM
Reading the Illinois Economy
Geoffrey Hewings, Director, Regional Economics Applications Laboratory, University of Illinois
Talk description:
The Illinois economy mirrors the US economy in terms of structure but not in terms of economic performance. Geoffrey Hewings will explore some current problems and issues and present some forecasts for the next several decades. Attention will focus on employment and infrastructure as two examples of areas that current challenge Illinois’ economic recovery.
Recorded on October 1, 2010
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All Friday Forum Lectures are free and open to the public. Lunch is available for $6 ($3 for students with a valid student ID).
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