Walls and Bridges: Creating Connections in a Chaotic World

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Exploring how to make local economies more open in the face of threats from abroad

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About Ben Atkinson, PhD

PhD Economics with 25 years experience in public, private, and academic sectors. Expertise in International Economics and Industrial Organization, including transport and retail gasoline pricing. Proud Calgarian and life-long lover of rock n' roll.

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