
Why Americans Stopped Hanging Out—and Why It Matters
Plain English with Derek Thompson
Exploring Social Infrastructure and Life Expectancy
This chapter examines the disparities in life expectancy between Americans and Europeans, with a focus on the role of social infrastructure in promoting community well-being. Highlighting Finland's Ude Library as a model, the discussion delves into how the decline of public resources in the U.S. has adversely affected social engagement, particularly among marginalized communities.
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