Policy Fellow Linda Stamato argues for the establishment of a public bank in New Jersey, emphasizing the potential benefits it could bring to the state’s economy and communities. She highlights how public banks, unlike commercial banks, prioritize local interests by reinvesting deposits back into the community through loans for small businesses, infrastructure projects, and affordable housing. By providing lower-cost financing and reducing reliance on Wall Street, a public bank could address pressing challenges such as climate change, income inequality, and racial disparities. The article also notes successful examples of public banking in other states, suggesting that New Jersey should seize this opportunity to create a resilient, equitable, and sustainable financial system for its residents.
Mi Shih Recognized with GPEIG Best Journal Article Award
Mi Shih, Ph.D., Associate Professor and director of the Urban Planning and Policy Development Program, was recognized with the Global Planning Educators’ Interest Group’s (GPEIG) 2025 award for the best journal article. The award honors outstanding, peer-reviewed...