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InequalityNovember 12, 2019
This Housing Policy Proposal Is Radically Inclusive
Riding a wave of tenant victories across the country, People’s Action hopes its grassroots-led campaign will sway platforms for the 2020 election.
Greg Kaufmann
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PoliticsOctober 10, 2019
What’s the Best Way to Actually Care for Unaccompanied Migrant Children?
Not with for-profit contractors.
Greg Kaufmann
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PovertySeptember 11, 2019
Ending Poverty Will Require a Movement Led by Poor People
No new census data, policy paper, or talking point will do it. That’s why the Poor People’s Campaign is building “a movement that votes.”
Greg Kaufmann
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PovertyAugust 16, 2019
A Young Mayor Makes the Case for a Guaranteed Income
Once a skeptic, Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs is now overseeing a radical anti-poverty program.
Greg Kaufmann
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PovertyJune 20, 2019
The Right’s Cure for Poverty: Hard Work and Father Figures
At a hearing, Republicans told a familiar story while the Poor People’s Campaign presented a bold budget proposal.
Greg Kaufmann
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PovertyJune 18, 2019
Finally, Presidential Candidates Are Talking About Poverty
An historic forum revealed consensus on the need for policies like raising the minimum wage and affordable childcare—and some big differences.
Greg Kaufmann
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PovertyMay 10, 2019
Trump Has A New Solution for Poverty: Pretend Poor People Don’t Exist
A proposal to redefine “poverty” would throw potentially millions of low-income people out of government-assistance programs.
Greg Kaufmann
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CitiesMay 7, 2019
DC’s Leaders Shouldn’t Wait to Prioritize Racial Equity
Activists in Washington say the mayor’s proposed budget would worsen disinvestment in black communities.
Greg Kaufmann
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Election 2020April 15, 2019
The Plan to Save Our Economy
By curbing corporate power and reinvigorating the public sector, we can create an economic and political system that works for everyone.
Greg Kaufmann
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EducationMarch 22, 2019
All Families Should Be Able to Afford Childcare, and Here’s How
A new bill would also make sure childcare providers earn a living wage.
Greg Kaufmann