Economics
Nearly 17 million have lost their jobs, overwhelming state unemployment agencies
April 9, 2020While the government did not release data by race or ethnic group, the Economic Policy Institute warns people of color are suffering more.
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What is the Defense Production Act and why should Trump use it?
April 3, 2020When the government requires big business to manufacture something, it is seen by the owner class as too much government, and it smells like socialism.
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If government asks for a COVID-19 war economy, let’s do it right
April 3, 2020What are some lessons for today from World War II? Look to FDR.
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April 1—Rent’s due: Struggling to pay when there are no jobs
April 1, 2020For millions of Americans, Wednesday is the first time the landlord is knocking on the door since the coronavirus outbreak turned the economy upside down.
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Workers strike over safety failures; progressives hatch plans for next stimulus
March 31, 2020“Whatever plan we put together must be totally focused on workers,” Association of Flight Attendants-CWA President Nelson declared.
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