Pat Harker
Former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and current distinguished professor at Wharton's School; co-author of an op-ed proposing a “digital AI land grant” and advocate for workforce training tied to data-center investment.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 6min
Former regional Fed president: We need an "AI land grant act"
Pat Harker, the former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and a distinguished professor at Wharton, dives into his bold vision for a “digital AI land grant act.” He argues that big tech owes ongoing support to communities hosting data centers. Topics include creating educational partnerships to enhance AI training, co-locating training facilities near data centers, and applying AI to strengthen local industries like agriculture and healthcare. Harker emphasizes the urgency of expanding these initiatives beyond tech hubs to underrepresented areas.
Oct 17, 2025 • 44min
The Role of the Fed in a Shifting Economy (With Pat Harker)
Pat Harker, former president of the Philadelphia Fed and current Penn Wharton professor, delves into pressing economic challenges, including the impact of the government shutdown on monetary data. He highlights the importance of private-sector data as complements to traditional stats. Harker also warns of risks to Fed independence amid political pressures and discusses balancing inflation with labor market needs. He shares insights from his tenure, emphasizing pragmatic policymaking and potential solutions for long-term debt challenges.
