They Said It! Analysis Of HQ2 In Long Island City Misses “Substantial Costs Of Accommodating Amazon’s Growth”

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Date: December 10, 2018

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They Said It!

Analysis Of HQ2 In Long Island City Misses “Substantial Costs Of Accommodating Amazon’s Growth”

“Claiming 9-to-1 isn’t just implausible. It is a dishonest way to present the return on these incentives,” says Nathan Jensen, a University of Texas professor of government who has been critical of the way economic development incentives are used.” (Associated Press, “Amazon touted as big win for NY, but math is more complex,” Jennifer Peltz, 12.10.18)

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