Truthout
Economy
On the News With Thom Hartmann: IMF Calls Inequality “Defining Issue of Our Time,” and More
The gap between the rich and poor is harming people and economies all over the world.
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Corporations Over People
Another court decision favoring businesses over human rights.
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Why the TPP Is Worse Than Mystery Meat
The meat bill is one more warning that there are some rules and agreements where we should be careful to eagerly swallow.
China’s Communist-Capitalist Ecological Apocalypse
The country's environmental crisis is worse than what has resulted from “normal” capitalist development everywhere else.
Ecuador Puts Piketty Into Practice
The American people are deeply concerned about rising wealth inequality.
Industries Supporting Trade Bill Contribute Nearly Nine Times More Than Opposing Industries
The House of Representatives voted down a trade-related provision effectively halting a major trade package, the Trade Promotion Authority.
Economic Update: Higher Education in Crisis
This episode provides updates on unemployment numbers, and more.
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The Trade Deficit and the Weak Job Market
The key to getting to full employment is reducing the trade deficit.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Study Confirms US Presidents Serve the Wealthy Over the Poor, and More
Data suggests presidents “shirk citizen control,” and more.
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How the Retail Industry Keeps People of Color in Poverty
The retail industry will keep expanding as a pillar of the low-wage economy.