This 60-minute conversation will bring together subject matter experts to explore a bold vision for a thriving DC economy—one that moves beyond long disproven trickle-down theories and instead cultivates and taps into the full potential of DC’s communities. We will examine how early childhood education, affordable housing, economic security guarantees, and progressive revenue raisers can uplift DC’s Black, brown, and low-income communities, while creating a stronger, more equitable future. These policies are key to addressing racial and economic inequities, building stronger neighborhoods, and creating an inclusive economy where everyone can share in the District’s prosperity.