Hartford: From Education to Economy

(5:41)

with Luke Bronin on the City of Hartford

Posted

Mar 12, 2019

Hartford Connecticut Mayor, Luke Bronin, sits down with Eric Clemons to discuss the challenge the city faced with financial bankruptcy and the current successes in the city; including Dunkin Donuts Park and the growth of innovation industries in Hartford.

Hosted by: Jenny Johnson Produced by: Greater Boston Newsmakers Team

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