Greg Kaufmann

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Greg Kaufmann is a contributing writer for The Nation.

Poor People's Campaign

The Poor People’s Campaign Is Just Getting Started The Poor People’s Campaign Is Just Getting Started

Meet three leaders—an 83-year-old labor activist, a mom from Appalachia, and a homeless community organizer—who are trying to flip the dominant narrative of poverty in America.

Jun 25, 2018 / Greg Kaufmann

colombus homeless

Ohio Is Hoarding Money Meant for Poor Families Ohio Is Hoarding Money Meant for Poor Families

Mayors wanted to use a portion of $570 million in unspent cash assistance to help their poorest residents pay water bills and buy diapers. The state said no.

May 21, 2018 / Greg Kaufmann

liz theoharis

Get Ready for the Poor People’s Campaign Get Ready for the Poor People’s Campaign

A conversation with campaign co-chair Rev. Liz Theoharis about finishing what MLK started. 

May 13, 2018 / Greg Kaufmann

Medicaid Protest Mississippi

This Is the Most Dangerous Time in Decades to Be an American Living in Poverty This Is the Most Dangerous Time in Decades to Be an American Living in Poverty

Republicans have launched a “breathtaking” assault on a range of safety-net programs—from health care to housing to legal aid.

Mar 20, 2018 / Greg Kaufmann

Immokalee Workers Florida

What Farmworkers Can Teach Hollywood About Ending Sexual Harassment What Farmworkers Can Teach Hollywood About Ending Sexual Harassment

A proven model for creating a safer workplace exists in Florida’s tomato fields.

Jan 18, 2018 / Greg Kaufmann

Paul Ryan

The Republican Plan Isn’t Just About Taxes—It’s About Shredding the Safety Net The Republican Plan Isn’t Just About Taxes—It’s About Shredding the Safety Net

After passing a deficit-exploding tax giveaway, Republicans will use the deficit as an excuse to cut vital programs that help people make ends meet.

Dec 19, 2017 / Greg Kaufmann

A pregnant woman seeking asylum

Pregnant Immigrants Say They’ve Been Denied Medical Care in Detention Centers Pregnant Immigrants Say They’ve Been Denied Medical Care in Detention Centers

A complaint alleges ICE is violating its own guidelines for the treatment of pregnant asylum-seekers.

Oct 12, 2017 / Greg Kaufmann

A girl stands holding a sign alongside supporters of the Affordable Care Act at a rally in Denver on Tuesday, January 31, 2017.

The War on Medicaid Is Moving to the States The War on Medicaid Is Moving to the States

Congressional Republicans failed to gut the program this summer, but now it’s under siege from GOP governors. 

Aug 31, 2017 / Greg Kaufmann

Trump in the White House

Don’t Let the White House’s Dysfunction Distract You From the Bad Things Trump Is Doing Don’t Let the White House’s Dysfunction Distract You From the Bad Things Trump Is Doing

Trump is losing many of his high-profile fights. But in dozens of less-noticed ways, his administration is advancing its extreme agenda.

Aug 8, 2017 / Greg Kaufmann

Chris Brown and Joey Hood

A Cruel New Bill Is About to Become Law in Mississippi A Cruel New Bill Is About to Become Law in Mississippi

Legislation passed this week would enrich a private contractor while throwing people off public assistance.

Mar 31, 2017 / Greg Kaufmann

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