At 250, sustaining America’s competitive edge

2026

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1) America's economic competitiveness, built on natural abundance and entrepreneurialism, is at a critical juncture, requiring strategic adaptation to maintain its global leadership in the face of new technological, geopolitical, and economic challenges.

2) * **Historical Overview:** Traces the evolution of US economic competitiveness through four distinct chapters: agricultural abundance, industrial influence, scientific strength, and digital dynamism.
* **Foundations of Competitiveness:** Examines the enduring strengths of natural resources and a culture of entrepreneurship, supported by institutions and infrastructure, that have driven US economic success.
* **Future Imperatives:** Identifies five key prerequisites for future competitiveness, including an AI-fluent workforce, sustained investment, reliable energy, improved infrastructure, and national economic security in a volatile world.

3) US economy, competitiveness, innovation, technology, future of work

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