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1918 Flu Was Linked to a Rise in Nazi Support. Will This Pandemic Be Similar?
As with coronavirus, the 1918 pandemic led to a rise in xenophobia and budget cuts. Then it helped usher in Nazi rule.
Right-Wing Austerity Set New Orleans Up to Be a Coronavirus Disaster Zone
Louisiana law bans cities like New Orleans from raising the minimum wage and requiring paid sick leave for workers.
New York Gov. Cuomo’s Panel Proposes Medicaid Cuts Amid Coronavirus Crisis
A panel appointed by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo unveiled a plan to reduce the state's Medicaid spending by $400 million.
Years of Austerity Weakened the Public Health Response to Coronavirus
Thanks to budget cuts, public health departments nationwide have eliminated 50,000 positions since 2008.
Following Earthquake, Puerto Rico’s Largest Bank Hinders a Just Recovery
Hundreds of vacant residences that were repossessed by the banks could be used to house 6,400 displaced people.
IMF Backs Tax Reform Bill in Ecuador That Would Further Austerity
After the Argentina debacle, the IMF endorsed weakening capital controls in Ecuador.
In Lebanon, Protests Continue After Prime Minister Hariri Resigns
Protesters have reportedly promised to stay in the streets until all of their demands are met.
Protests Rage Across Lebanon as People Demand an End to Austerity
The massive demonstrations have grown into a call for revolution.
Massive Protests in Chile Force Repeal of Fare Hikes
Chileans are sick of low wages, long working hours, and high prices for transportation and other services.
Indigenous-Led Anti-Austerity Protests Force Ecuador to Move Capital
Hundreds of people have been arrested as the government cracks down on protesters and the media.