How Jeff Bezos and Amazon Have Transformed Seattle

The video discusses the impact of Amazon's expansion on cities, focusing on job creation, displacement, and gentrification. It highlights the challenges cities face when bidding for Amazon's HQ2, such as rising housing prices and traffic congestion. The discussion emphasizes the need for communities to adapt to economic changes and be open to growth, including building affordable housing. It also addresses Amazon's response to criticism regarding warehouse conditions and wages, stressing the importance of inclusive growth and intentional public policy changes to prevent displacement of poorer and middle-income residents.

What public policy changes are necessary to ensure inclusive growth in cities with dynamic industries?

What challenges do poorer and middle-income people face in rapidly growing urban areas?