Tag: The Federal Reserve
The Fed’s inflation mistake continues
Most of the pain is borne by people who are already struggling to keep up with rising prices: lower-wage workers and the poor.
The Fed is about to shaft American workers—or no good reason
Fed policymakers are poised to raise interest rates at their March meeting and then continue raising them, in order to slow the economy.
Psst: You want to know what’s really driving inflation? (Not what...
The underlying problem is not inflation. It’s lack of competition. Corporations are using the excuse of inflation to raise prices and make fatter profits.
Donald Trump and the next crash
Making the Fed an instrument for disaster – this impacts everyone, yet very few grasp the scope of its influence.
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Watchdogs say Elon Musk has ‘declared war on Social Security’
Critics warn Musk’s endorsement of anti-Social Security rhetoric and his advisory role could pave the way for privatization, threatening millions of Americans’ financial security.
Glyphosate exposure linked to brain inflammation and neurodegenerative risks
A groundbreaking study links glyphosate exposure to long-term brain inflammation, raising concerns about its safety and potential role in neurodegenerative diseases.
The Oligarchic Dozen: Top 12 US billionaires amass $2 trillion in wealth
The wealth of America’s richest 12 billionaires has doubled since 2020, raising concerns about democracy, climate, and economic inequality.
Jayapal and Sanders seize on Musk’s critique of US healthcare costs to push Medicare...
Progressive lawmakers urge Elon Musk to address healthcare inefficiencies, highlighting Medicare for All as the solution to rising costs and inequality.
Billionaire pick for key Pentagon job tied to Khashoggi’s murderers and defense industry conflicts
Critics warn Stephen Feinberg’s nomination for a top Pentagon role underscores troubling ties to Khashoggi’s murder and the defense industry.