Economy & Labor

A new report reveals just how much the restaurant industryu2019s current low-wage model costs ordinary taxpayers.

Ever since Reagan came to Washington, we've been shooting ourselves in the foot by not funding public infrastructure projects. It's time for that to change.

With the debt clock ticking, Greece is quickly running out of money.

Workers across the US took part in protests in 200 cities, and more.

"The Case for Reparations" intricately traces the history of racism in the US.

Kenneth Feinberg is being sued for allegedly misleading claimants in order to limit BP's financial liability.

Truthout goes onboard a small fishing boat in the Gulf to find out how the catastrophic spill is still impacting the region.

Knowing some of the favorite moves they make to achieve their goals will assist us as we stand up for justice, equality and life itself.

More than 60,000 workers walked off the job in more than 200 cities.

This episode provides updates on Ben Bernanke's new big-bucks finance job, and more.