March 3, 2026Open Access

The Case for Rural Prosperity

Key Points

Rural prosperity benefits not only rural areas but also wider society, improving overall well-being.
Supporting strategic decisions in rural communities is critical for sustainable economic growth and resilience.
The author emphasizes the need for policies that provide the necessary resources and breathing room for rural areas.
Strengthening rural communities can lead to enhanced quality of life and economic opportunities for all.

Abstract

In this Margaret Chase Smith essay, author Rhiannon Hampson considers rural prosperity. She believes that when rural America prospers, we all do better. Supporting rural communities and states in making strategic and thoughtful decisions by creating the breathing room for them to do so is imperative.

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Authors

Rhiannon Hampson

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Maine policy review

SHILAP Revista de lepidopterología

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Gulf of Maine Research Institute

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The Case for Rural Prosperity

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