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Building Local Power Institute for Local Self-Reliance
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At the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, we work to break the chains of monopoly power in all sectors of our economy. From challenging incumbent cable monopolies in order to promote better Internet connectivity to pointing out how Amazon pushes local retailers out of the market, our researchers develop positive policy prescriptions to improve local economies. This podcast series provides a first glimpse at some of our newest original research and a unique economic perspective on today's most pressing topics.
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The Seed of Local Power
Reflecting on ILSR’s DC origins 50 years later, when the seat of federal power inspired three pioneers to build local power. … Read More
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Giving DC Its Flowers
Kehmari Norman, the visionary behind the Black Flower Market, is on a mission to bridge culture and floristry.… Read More
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New Generational Wealth in Detroit
A grassroots group in Detroit reimagines democracy and economic empowerment. … Read More
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It Takes an Avalon Village
Avalon Village is a testament to the resilience of communities and the transformative power of collective action.… Read More
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Detroit Has No Time to Waste Food
A Detroit entrepreneur explains how her pilot projects are building community, local self-reliance, and resilience. … Read More
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Feeding Detroit
The Detroit People's Food Cooperative represents a vital step towards fostering food sovereignty in a neighborhood historically affected by food apartheid. … Read More