Tag: economy
Why Trumponomics fails
Trump seems utterly ignorant about global competition – and about what’s really holding back American workers.
A new rationalization for riches
Activists today are exploring encouraging pathways to a New Economy that sustains both our planet and greater equality.
Family ties leave taxpayers on hook for Eric Trump’s $100,000 business...
“The president is now sending his emissaries, his sons, out to line his own pockets, and he’s subsidizing that activity with taxpayer dollars.”
Trump’s first test on taxes
Making America great doesn’t mean giving booster rockets to multi-generational dynasties of wealth. We need one tax system that’s fair to everyone.
These 8 men are richer than half the world’s population
The gap between the super-rich and the poor is greater than even a year ago.
Nader calls for a new 1 percent
In his latest book, the critic and activist proposes the creation and activation of a new 1 percent – one that will expose “conditions of deprivation and abuse” and champion “basic fair play.”
MLK’s dream of housing equality
Housing was a key part of King’s vision for economic justice, but most black Americans don’t own homes.
Record 95,102,000 Americans not in labor force; unemployment rate more like...
The reality of the unemployment situation inside the U.S. is much grimmer than any politician or bureaucrat would ever want to admit.
Enormous, humongous November trade deficit drags economy down
The trade deficit in goods increased $3.4 billion to $66.6 billion.
Trump initiates a political inquisition; the GOP attacks America’s most important...
If the Republicans do exactly what they are threatening to do, instead of working to solve America’s most critical problems, then they will be laying the groundwork for their political extinction.
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Fossil fuel tax could unlock $720 billion for climate crisis, new report finds
The Climate Damages Tax aims to rectify historical injustices and provide a tangible pathway towards a more sustainable and just world.
FTC challenges Big Pharma over unfair patents as Sanders applauds regulatory crackdown
The Federal Trade Commission intensifies its fight against pharmaceutical patent abuses, aiming to slash drug prices and increase access to generic medications.
New report finds Tyson Foods dumped pollutants into US waterways for years
The wastewater analyzed consisted of pathogens and microorganisms and slaughterhouse byproducts, such as body parts of animals, feces and blood.
EPA proposes ban on pesticide widely used on fruits and vegetables
In calling for an end to all uses of the pesticide on food, the agency cited evidence that acephate harms workers who apply the chemical as well as the general public and young children.
Bernie Sanders speaks out: Criticizing Israeli policy is not antisemitism
Amid national debate over Gaza protests, Senator Bernie Sanders challenges the narrative equating criticism of Israel with antisemitism, drawing on his personal history and widespread American discontent.