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Economy & Labor
Despite Trump Campaign Promise, Billionaires’ Tax Loophole Survives Again
The tax treatment of so-called carried interest wouldn't change in the most-recent tax overhaul.
Instead of $2 Trillion Corporate Tax Cut, GOP Could Give Average American Families $17,000 Each
Sen. Elizabeth Warren scoffs at GOP's offer.
Justice Department Could Launch Challenge of AT&T-Time Warner Merger Amid Renewed Interest in Trust-Busting
A proposed bill would offer safeguards for whistleblowers who shed light on criminal antitrust violations.
Unemployment Falls to New Low for Recovery, Hurricane-Driven Wage Hike Reversed
The unemployment rate dropped to 4.1 percent in October.
Trump Tax Plan Would Deal Long-Term Blow to Working- and Middle-Class Americans
The 1 percent will get more than your yearly salary.
Economic Update: Morality and Economics
This week's episode discusses low-paid service jobs and more.
Greek Economist Yanis Varoufakis on Nazi Resurgence in Europe and Why “ISIS Loves Donald Trump”
Trump's vow to crack down on immigration after the attack in New York City will only inspire more attacks.
Meet Trump’s Anti-Worker Labor Department Nominees
Trump's picks portend an even harsher climate for workers.
Regulation Is Killing Community Banks — Public Banks Can Revive Them
Crushing regulations are driving small banks to sell out to the megabanks.
Bracing for Anti-Labor Court Rulings, Unions Double Down on Organizing
The whole public sector will likely become “right to work” next year.