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Trump-Pelosi Deal Raises Debt Limit, But Protects War Machine, Hyde Amendment
A secret and hasty deal is evidence that bipartisanship is the exact opposite of social and economic justice.
The US Gave Slavers Their Land Back. What About Black Folks’ Reparations?
H.R. 40, the bill for a commission to study reparations, can help fulfill the promise of “40 acres and a mule."
“The Squad” Keeps the Focus on Bold Policies to Fight Inequality
The four representatives have been bold and progressive in their tone and policies.
Noam Chomsky: “Worship of Markets” Is Threatening Human Civilization
We need a government of, by and for the people to replace the prevailing stance, says the world-renowned thinker.
Six States Are Improving Tax Credits for Working Families
These steps come as four senators have proposed a major expansion of the federal Earned Income Tax Credit.
Climate Adaptation Needs to Put Human Rights Above Property Values
Every dollar spent on sea walls is a dollar not invested into actual carbon reduction.
We Need a Green New Deal to Defeat Fascism and Reverse Inequality
Economist Robert Pollin explains why the Green New Deal is the only viable response to global socioeconomic crises.
Retail Workers Nationwide Are Forming a Coalition to Demand a Just Economy
United for Respect filed a resolution at a Walmart shareholders meeting last week to allow workers on the board.
If Democrats Can’t Win the Economic Debate, Trump Will Win in 2020
Democrats must shine a light on the real reasons behind the persistent wage stagnation, says Robert Pollin.
We Have the Means to Fund Reparations. Where Is the Political Will?
An in-depth look at ways to redistribute wealth to end the U.S.'s multigenerational legacy of white supremacy.