In American Towns, Private Profits From Public Works
Desperate towns have turned to private equity firms to manage their waterworks. The deals bring much-needed upgrades, but can carry hefty price tags.
Los Angeles Drivers on the 405 Ask: Was $1.6 Billion Worth It?
The widening of the 405 freeway through the Sepulveda Pass took six years and came with cost overruns, detours, delays and highway shutdowns.
Indonesia’s Dire Need for Engineers Is Going Unmet
Too many of those lucky enough to pursue a higher education choose professions that, however noble, can do little to help expand the economy.
With Second Ave. Subway, Cuomo Has Hands-On Role and Eye on the Future
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo of New York has had a surprising level of involvement in the long-delayed $4.4 billion project, which some critics say seems primarily aimed at promoting his image.
Canada’s $7 Billion Dam Tests the Limits of State Power
A fight over a hydroelectric project in British Columbia is pitting the government against a public demanding greater rights and political transparency.
No People in Sight Yet, but South Bronx Gets Ready for Development
New York City goes ahead with a $194 million plan to fix up infrastructure on the Bronx side of the Harlem River in anticipation of people and businesses coming with future development.
Digitizing an Old-World Work Ethic, and Reaping the Rewards
How the internet helped save a small Calabrian town by becoming a lifeline for family businesses.
Using Donald Trump’s Tough Talk to Create Real Jobs
This country was built on pragmatic economic nationalism, going back to Alexander Hamilton. Here’s how the president-elect can help.
The 5 Easiest and 5 Most Difficult Promises for Donald Trump to Keep
President-elect Trump made many pledges on the campaign trail. Here’s a look at where he’ll have the least, and the most, resistance.
The Courage to Invest
Readers respond to “Choke Point of a Nation,” “A Trump-Led Trip Back to the Gold-Plated ’80s” (Nov. 27).