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In this episode, Mark Lutter speaks with Edward Pinto, Co-founder of the AEI Housing Center, about unlocking federally owned land to address the housing crisis. They discuss Homesteading 2.0, the potential of Freedom Cities, and why legalizing starter homes is key to affordability. Listen now
In our first episode of the Freedom Cities podcast, Josh Abbotoy discusses his innovative approach to building rural communities in Appalachia, focusing on economic decentralization and the integration of modern amenities. He shares his vision for the future of these areas, the journey that led
Freedom Cities offer a bold vision for revitalizing American innovation by streamlining regulations, fast-tracking housing and infrastructure, and fostering cutting-edge industries like biotech, aeronautics, and clean energy. This research paper outlines how Freedom Cities can unlock billions in investment, create hundreds of thousands of jobs,
In the Palladium article ‘Build the Presidio Freedom City’, Mark Lutter and Jeffrey Mason explore the potential of transforming San Francisco’s Presidio into a cutting-edge Freedom City. They discuss how this initiative could bypass regulatory constraints, boost technological innovation, and lower housing costs, positioning the
In this episode, Nick Allen from the Frontier Foundation delves into the concept of Freedom Cities, highlighting their potential to rejuvenate American urban landscapes and industries. He explores the historical context of city formation in the U.S., the necessity of supporting emerging industries, and the
In this episode, Mark Lutter sits down with Atossa, author of The Hidden Globe, to delve into the unconventional world of special economic zones, freeports, and the shifting boundaries of sovereignty. From the peculiarities of Geneva’s free zones to the unique openness of Svalbard, Atossa
The Epoch Times article “Interest in Trump’s ‘Freedom Cities’ Grows” explores the rising attention around President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal for “Freedom Cities” as a solution to America’s economic and housing challenges. Featuring insights from Mark Lutter and Jeff Mason of the Charter Cities Institute, the
In this engaging episode, Mark Lutter and Kurtis Lockhart explore the transformative potential of charter cities and the critical need for innovative education systems in Africa. The discussion spans the challenges of setting up universities, the role of practical skills in shaping future-ready curricula, and
Hi everyone, It’s CCI’s 7-year anniversary and I am returning to the role of Executive Director. Kurtis Lockhart exceptionally ran CCI for 2.5 years and is now launching the Africa Urban Lab, a joint project with the African School of Economics and CCI. We wish
Can a city hold the key to unlocking economic prosperity on a grand scale? In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Bowman and Mark Lutter to discuss charter cities and their role in addressing economic development challenges. Mark is a visionary thinker invested in
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