America's Rural Future Visits Eastern Kentucky

America's Rural Future: Brookings-AEI Commission on U.S. Rural Prosperity brings together voices from across rural America to surface pragmatic, long-term solutions for economic opportunity and community wellbeing. Co-chaired by former Senator Heidi Heitkamp and former Governor Chris Sununu, the Commission is a bipartisan effort to understand what's working in rural communities—and where policy can help unlock greater prosperity.

This highlight video captures moments from the Commission's recent site visits in Eastern Kentucky. Over three days, the Commission met with residents, public officials, philanthropic leaders, students, business owners, health care providers, educators, industry executives, and civic leaders to examine how disaster recovery, economic transition, workforce development, community institutions, and local leadership shape the region’s future.

Nearly one in five Americans lives in a rural community. Their contributions are vital to the nation's economic, cultural, and social fabric. Through public hearings, site visits, and expert panels, the Commission is working to ensure every community—no matter the zip code—has a fair shot at long-term success.

Research leads:
Tony Pipa, Senior Fellow, Brookings
Brent Orrell, Senior Fellow, AEI

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