November 18, 2024 The Triibe reports on current Chicago budget shortfalls and historic deals privatizing city assets. Harris Prof. Damon Jones was interviewed. “In the long run, when you sell an asset like that for the City, and you get cash today, it’s kind of an illusion. Today, you look like you’ve increased your finances, but in the long run, you've foregone a lot of future revenue,” Jones said. Read the full story here: https://thetriibe.com/2024/11/todays-chicago-city-council-regrets-the-infamous-2008-parking-meter-deal/ Faculty Spotlight Damon Jones Associate Professor Damon Jones conducts research at the intersection of three fields within economics. Upcoming Events More events Persuasive Writing Credential Mini Class Tue., January 07, 2025 | 7:30 PM The Keller Center 1307 E 60th St Chicago, IL 60637 United States Data and Policy Summer Program (DPSS) Information Session with Alumni Wed., January 08, 2025 | 7:00 AM The Keller Center 1307 E 60th St Chicago, IL 60637 United States Get to Know Harris! A Virtual Information Session Wed., January 08, 2025 | 12:00 PM
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