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Philadelphia Union Wins Equal Pay for Immigrant Nurses
It started when a few nurses at Temple University Hospital told stewards that they weren't being paid for their experience.
The Democrats’ Myth on Deficits
Republicans are not the only ones who push deficit myths. The Democrats have their own.
Nonprofits Backing Trump Have Deep, Swampy Ties
Outside groups supporting Trump have already spent tens of millions — and may never have to reveal where they got the money.
The Robot Economy: Ready or Not, Here It Comes
As more jobs are turned over to robots and algorithms, more wealth will accumulate in the hands of those already at the top of a steep pyramid.
Prime-Age Employment Rate Hits New High For Recovery
The overall unemployment rate fell to 4.4 percent in April.
The Tax Code Perpetuates Inequality: 1 Percent of Taxpayers Receive More Than the Bottom 80 Percent
Janine Jackson interviewed Jeremie Greer about the tax code and inequality for the April 21, 2017, episode of CounterSpin.
Economic Update: Economics and Family Values
This week's episode discusses the significance of the French election, Obama's $400,000 bank speaking fee, corporate tax cuts in the US and more.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Seven Things to Be Aware Of
Here are seven things one should be aware of during the month dedicated to mental health awareness.
President for Sale? The State Department’s Troubling Blog Post
For months, members of the Trump administration have been criticized for promoting Trump's private businesses while on the job.
Who’s Behind the Billionaire PAC Targeting Elizabeth Warren?
A billionaire-backed conservative group is targeting Sen. Elizabeth Warren as she tours the country in support of her new book.