William Ford

William Ford

William Ford is a research intern at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland and a student at Brigham Young University.

The Permitting Problem Blocking America’s Industrial Comeback

Regulatory delays have stalled critical mining, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects, but permitting reform could unlock America’s industrial potential.

Viewpoints July 27, 2026

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