Economy

The New Greek Government Refuses to Agree to Unpayable Debts

The New Greek Government Refuses to Agree to Unpayable Debts The New Greek Government Refuses to Agree to Unpayable Debts

The Syriza coalition is not just pushing for a better deal—it is saying no to a self-destructive game.

Feb 12, 2015 / Blog / Maria Margaronis

The Videogame That Yanis Varoufakis Used to Study the Eurozone

The Videogame That Yanis Varoufakis Used to Study the Eurozone The Videogame That Yanis Varoufakis Used to Study the Eurozone

Greece’s new finance minister has studied a huge, functioning economy in incredible detail already—through an online multiplayer videogame.

Feb 12, 2015 / Helen Lewis

Wrong-Way Obama?

Wrong-Way Obama? Wrong-Way Obama?

He may be leading us toward economic catastrophe.

Feb 11, 2015 / Editorial / William Greider

How a Migrant Worker’s Torture Exposed Hong Kong’s Underground Economy

How a Migrant Worker’s Torture Exposed Hong Kong’s Underground Economy How a Migrant Worker’s Torture Exposed Hong Kong’s Underground Economy

Domestic workers are demanding an end to slavery-like conditions in the homes of the Hong Kong rich.

Feb 11, 2015 / Blog / Michelle Chen

These Motel Rooms Are the Last Resort for Families Without Homes

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 Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner’s War on Workers

Brazen attacks on unions threaten wages, workplace protections and more.

Feb 10, 2015 / Blog / John Nichols

Obama Is Leading the Way Toward Economic Catastrophe

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 / Blog / William Greider

This Legislation Could Effectively Squash Public-Sector Strikes in the UK

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 / Blog / Michelle Chen

How US ‘Free Trade’ Policies Created the Central American Migration Crisis

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 / Blog / Michelle Chen

The Oil Price Collapse Is Not Just Another Bust Cycle

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 / Editorial / Michael T. Klare

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