These Motel Rooms Are the Last Resort for Families Without Homes These Motel Rooms Are the Last Resort for Families Without Homes
A critical lack of affordable housing is turning overpriced motels into long-term shelter.
Feb 11, 2015 / Leighton Akio Woodhouse
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner’s War on Workers Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner’s War on Workers
Brazen attacks on unions threaten wages, workplace protections and more.
Feb 10, 2015 / John Nichols
Obama Is Leading the Way Toward Economic Catastrophe Obama Is Leading the Way Toward Economic Catastrophe
If he doesn't read the writing on the bank notes, the president will be remembered as “Wrong-Way Obama.”
Feb 9, 2015 / William Greider
This Legislation Could Effectively Squash Public-Sector Strikes in the UK This Legislation Could Effectively Squash Public-Sector Strikes in the UK
The Conservative Party’s proposal to increase the thresholds for strike votes isn’t about democracy—it’s about stifling unions.
Feb 9, 2015 / Michelle Chen
How US ‘Free Trade’ Policies Created the Central American Migration Crisis How US ‘Free Trade’ Policies Created the Central American Migration Crisis
To strengthen corporate dominance, Washington steadily undermined democracy, encouraged exploitation and nourished anti-union violence in the south.
Feb 6, 2015 / Michelle Chen
The Oil Price Collapse Is Not Just Another Bust Cycle The Oil Price Collapse Is Not Just Another Bust Cycle
This time, it could be long-lasting—with dramatic consequences for the climate, the economy and the global balance of power.
Feb 4, 2015 / Michael T. Klare
This Unnoticed Part of Obama’s Childcare Initiative Is a Big Deal This Unnoticed Part of Obama’s Childcare Initiative Is a Big Deal
Obama’s proposal to fund home visiting services is a laudable step toward serving the comprehensive needs of parents, whether they are working or not.
Feb 4, 2015 / Michelle Chen
A Job at McDonald’s Now Includes Singing and Dancing on Demand A Job at McDonald’s Now Includes Singing and Dancing on Demand
Under the new “Pay With Lovin’” campaign, McDonald’s employees won’t just have to do their jobs; they’ll have to put on a performance for custom...
Feb 2, 2015 / Bryce Covert
The Workers’ Think Tank The Workers’ Think Tank
With an eye on the United States and Greece, scholars at the Levy Economics Institute are developing plans to ensure full employment.
Feb 2, 2015 / Sasha Abramsky
The City That Outlawed Free Food The City That Outlawed Free Food
Activists in Fort Lauderdale have just filed a lawsuit alleging that the city’s ban on providing food to the homeless violates the First Amendment.
Feb 2, 2015 / Michelle Chen