Alexis Goldstein

Alexis Goldstein is a former Wall Street professional who now works on financial policy.

25 Richest Americans Pay Few Taxes — Partly Thanks to the “Family Fund” Loophole

Billionaires’ “family investment offices” help them to dodge taxes and snarl efforts to make their finances transparent.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

June 16, 2021

Op-Ed

Economy & Labor

What If 401(k)s Could Fund the Green New Deal Instead of Wall Street?

A majority of Americans support the idea of a National Investment Authority -- a public alternative to Wall Street.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

April 23, 2021

Op-Ed

Environment & Health

Bitcoin Could Push Global Emissions Above 2 Degrees Celsius, Scientists Say

Bitcoin mining may consume more than 120 terawatt-hours of electricity globally this year -- more energy than Argentina.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

February 15, 2021

Op-Ed

Economy & Labor

Trump Is Trying to Set Yellen and Biden Up to Fail as He Sabotages the Economy

Trump, with the consent of the GOP, is trying to sabotage Biden’s chances at a recovery every way he can.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

November 24, 2020

News Analysis

Education & Youth

Joe Biden Should Cancel Student Debt on Day One

In the absence of further stimulus payments, debt cancellation would offer immediate relief to millions of households.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

November 20, 2020

Op-Ed

Environment & Health

The US Is Missing a Chance to Tackle Climate Crisis and Pandemic Relief Together

Europe is trying to integrate climate priorities into its pandemic relief plans, but the U.S. has its head in the sand.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

October 20, 2020

News Analysis

Politics & Elections

GOP Is Focused on Sabotaging a Potential Biden Administration Amid a Pandemic

Millions will face economic ruin on January 1 as protections for renters and student borrowers expire on December 31.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

October 16, 2020

Op-Ed

Politics & Elections

“Super-Spreader” Trump Returns to Oval Office Despite Being Contagious

Trump's COVID negligence is threatening more than his inner circle.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

October 7, 2020

News Analysis

Environment & Health

The Fed Invested Public Money in Fossil Fuel Firms Driving Environmental Racism

The Federal Reserve should not be propping up a dying industry with a track record of harming communities of color.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

September 3, 2020

News

Economy & Labor

Eviction Moratorium Delays Crisis Until January, When Tenants Will Owe Back Rent

The measure offers temporary relief, but renters need immediate cash assistance to stave off an eviction crisis in 2021.

By: Alexis Goldstein ,; Truthout

September 2, 2020

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