The U.S. is a wealthy nation, not broke, yet its economy is fundamentally flawed. It generates excessive pollution and waste. Instead of investing in sustainable alternatives, we prop up this

The U.S. is a wealthy nation, not broke, yet its economy is fundamentally flawed. It generates excessive pollution and waste. Instead of investing in sustainable alternatives, we prop up this "dinosaur economy" with billions in taxpayer money.

The Story of Broke advocates for a crucial shift in government spending. It proposes redirecting funds towards clean, green solutions: renewable energy, safer materials, and zero waste. These investments promise jobs and a healthier environment, offering a better way to rebuild the American Dream.

Can shopping truly save the world? *The Story of Change* challenges this notion, urging viewers to reconsider their consumer habits.

It advocates for exercising "citizen muscles" to build a

Can shopping truly save the world? *The Story of Change* challenges this notion, urging viewers to reconsider their consumer habits.

It advocates for exercising "citizen muscles" to build a more sustainable, just, and fulfilling world, emphasizing collective action over credit card spending.

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The Story of Solutions explores how to move our economy toward a sustainable and just future by redefining its core objective. The current "Game of More" prioritizes endless growth—more

The Story of Solutions explores how to move our economy toward a sustainable and just future by redefining its core objective. The current "Game of More" prioritizes endless growth—more consumption and infrastructure—despite worsening health, rising inequality, and environmental degradation.

What if our economic goal wasn't just "more," but "better"? Imagine an economy focused on improved health, quality jobs, and a viable planet. This reorientation would redefine what true success means for us all.

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted Black communities, exacerbating existing racial economic disparities. Black businesses faced closures, and workers endured layoffs or unsafe

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted Black communities, exacerbating existing racial economic disparities. Black businesses faced closures, and workers endured layoffs or unsafe conditions. This reality highlights an urgent need to close the racial gap and achieve an equal, just recovery.

INFORUM convened a panel of experts, building on McKinsey & Company research, to outline paths for this recovery. This vital community program was made free to the public thanks to McKinsey & Co.

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Mike and JoAnna Bresnan of Costa Rica's Children Feeding Children program discuss global change and transformation. While attending the