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Podcast: The Atlantic Out Loud
Episode: Stuck In Place
Description: The U.S. was once the world’s most geographically mobile society. Now we’re stuck in place—and that’s a very big problem.By Yoni AppelbaumFrom the March 2025 issue. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices