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Carrier Plant Workers Are Livid After Facing Layoffs Despite Trump’s Promises
The last round of layoffs mean 250 workers will clock in in for their final shifts today despite Trump's pledges.
The Wind Chill Is 46 Below and Our Roof Is Full of Holes
Record-breaking low temperatures can turn minor annoyances into major problems.
One Republican’s Disastrous Plan Would Make Student Debt an Even Bigger Problem
You won't believe where he wants to get the money from.
Dean Baker | State Employer-Side Payroll Taxes and Loser Liberalism
Will liberals just accept yet another massive defeat without a battle?
Hungry for Change in Our Food System? “A Foodie’s Guide to Capitalism” Tells You Where to Begin
Capitalism is the real poison in our food system.
A Renewed Poor People’s Campaign Revives King’s Dream of Challenging Class Divide
The Poor People's Campaign has already laid the groundwork for major mobilizations in 2018.
Walmart Pulls Devious Two-Step by Pairing Wage Hikes With Mass Layoffs
Walmart claims that the GOP tax law is the driving force behind new wage increases.
Economic Update: Capitalism and the Opioid Crisis
This week's episode discusses the UN report on poverty in the US and more.
Workplace Bullying Affects Nearly Half of US Workers. It’s Time We Did Something About It
Labor advocates want a nationwide Healthy Workplace Bill.
The New Resistance in Iran: An Interview With Frieda Afary
Frieda Afary discusses resistance in Iran.