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The Childcare Crisis Is Getting Worse
When child care is unaffordable and unavailable, people can’t get to work—it’s mainly mothers who are held back.
Bryce Covert
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February 20, 2023
The Tradeoffs in the Fight Against Inflation
Living with inflation of a little over 2 percent for a short period would be worth it to keep the gains in the economy.
Mike Konczal
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January 6, 2023
Republicans Are Consigning the Poor to Disease and Death
The GOP is refusing to fund government programs that help people avoid getting Covid. And the uninsured will suffer the most.
Bryce Covert
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December 9, 2022
Before Taylor Swift, Pearl Jam Knew Ticketmaster’s Monopoly Power All Too Well
In 1994, Pearl Jam tried to end Ticketmaster’s dominance. Can Taylor Swift fans do what the grunge band couldn’t?
Mike Konczal
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October 28, 2022
The World’s Biggest Trial of a Four-Day Workweek Shows: It Works
A shorter week allows workers to better take care of themselves without sacrificing productivity.
Bryce Covert
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September 16, 2022
Why US Workers Are Better Situated to Confront Economic Turbulence
Europe directed more of its Covid aid to businesses, while the US supported workers. If a recession hits now, Europeans could be in even worse trouble.
Mike Konczal
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August 5, 2022
The Economic Cost of “Dobbs”
More people who need an abortion will now be unable to obtain one, which will plunge many of them into financial turmoil and curtail their ability to pursue their dreams.
Bryce Covert
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June 27, 2022
We Shouldn’t Destroy What Is Working in Our Economy
As policy-makers move to drive inflation down, it is essential that they don’t lose sight of the economy’s bright spots.
Mike Konczal
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May 13, 2022
So You Want to Reduce Crime?
What kinds of investments have been proven to lower crime rates? (Hint: It’s not directing endless money to the police.)
Bryce Covert
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April 1, 2022
It’s Time to End Forced Arbitration Completely
Congress essentially admitted that forced arbitration is a corrupt practice—but only banned it in one area.
Bryce Covert