The Next Hundred Million

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Visionary social thinker Joel Kotkin examines America's future in 2050, projecting a population increase of one hundred million, leading to profound changes in how we live, work, and thrive. Unlike other advanced nations, the U.S. is experiencing unprecedented growth, with census projections estimating four hundred million residents by midcentury. Kotkin argues this demographic shift is a key indicator of long-term economic strength, fostering diversity and competitiveness. Through extensive research and historical analysis, Kotkin illustrates how this growth will reshape America. Most newcomers will settle in suburbs, which will evolve significantly from the Levittowns of the 1950s. These future suburbs will be less dependent on major cities for jobs and amenities, becoming more energy-efficient and culturally diverse as immigrants choose dispersed living over crowded urban centers. By 2050, the majority of the U.S. population is expected to be nonwhite. Urban migration patterns will shift, with people gravitating toward affordable, self-sufficient metropolitan areas like Houston and Phoenix rather than costly cities like New York and Chicago. Additionally, the American heartland will experience a revival, becoming a vital source of renewable energy and real estate. Kotkin emphasizes the rise of "the new localism," where family ties and community connections are strengthened through online networks and increased remote work