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US Population Growth Falls to Lowest in a Century Amid Pandemic Fallout
Rising mortality rates and declining immigration rates, combined with the decline in births, will slow down the economy.
Sudden GOP Push to End Emergency Lending Programs Condemned as Sabotage Attempt
The move is seen as an attempt to hamstring the Biden administration's ability to respond to the economic crisis.
GOP Push to Keep Stimulus Check From People on Unemployment Draws Outrage
The effort comes after the GOP already reportedly succeeded in paring back the duration of unemployment benefits.
Inadequate COVID Stimulus Is Pushing Cities and States to Make Draconian Cuts
As cities and states stare down a growing financial apocalypse, they have begun to slash vital public services.
As COVID Rages, We Are Experiencing Mass Abandonment Amid Abundance
The human and economic toll has been anything but equal across society.
GOP Under Fire for Blocking Necessary Funds as COVID Vaccine Distribution Begins
Mitch McConnell has made clear that he will not approve relief funds without a liability shield for corporations.
PPP Loans Failed to Reach Communities in Most Need
Most PPP loans went to businesses in communities that already had more access to resources.
Bernie Sanders Pushes to Attach $1,200 Payments to Must-Pass Stimulus Bill
The measure would also provide $500 for each child of eligible recipients.
New Report Shows Top Billionaires’ Wealth Skyrocketing During Pandemic
The richest Americans are getting richer as millions struggle to afford basic necessities.
The Senate’s Latest COVID Stimulus Won’t Solve the Hunger and Housing Crisis
Hopes are pinned on a $908 billion proposal that includes only a fraction of what is necessary to contain these crises.