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Economy & Labor
By Rigging the Cost of Money, Central Banks Contributed to Inequality
Nomi Prins discusses solutions to the financial threat we face.
The Death of Neoliberalism Is an Opportunity to Birth a New System
We need to build a new social order from the bottom up.
Corporations Should Have to Hear From Their Owners
It's unacceptable to limit companies' concerns to short-term financial profitability.
Many of Hurricane Maria’s Refugees Still Have No Place to Go
Many of the 2,600 Puerto Rican hurricane refugees in the US still lack permanent housing.
The Economy Hasn’t Recovered for Single Women
Low-income single women and their dependents will be among the worst hit by the next financial crisis.
Marx’s Relevance in Today’s World: A Reflection on His 200th Birthday
Marx himself was at odds with the “Marxism” emerging towards the end of his life.
End of the Gig Economy? Don’t Read Too Much Into a California Court Ruling.
Gig companies are unlikely to change their practices without the threat of class actions.
Unemployment Rate Falls to 3.9 Percent, but Wage Growth Remains Weak
In spite of the drop in unemployment, other aspects of the report were less encouraging.
Puerto Rico Needs Help: Unelected Fiscal Board Pushes Austerity as Island Continues Slow Recovery
It's been almost eight months since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, and at least 30,000 homes still lack power.
Violent Protests and Government Response Leave Over 30 Dead in Nicaragua
Nicaragua's social security system is facing a budget shortfall.