Wall Street Finally Lost a Battle, but Only Because it Was Up Against Another Giant Wall Street Finally Lost a Battle, but Only Because it Was Up Against Another Giant
A new law requires the Feds to limit “swipe fees”—sums that banks charge retailers when a customer uses a debit or credit card at their store. Will consumers be...
Jun 9, 2011 / Nation in the News / Press Room
Wall Street Finally Lost a Battle, but Only Because it Was Up Against Another Giant Wall Street Finally Lost a Battle, but Only Because it Was Up Against Another Giant
A new law requires the Feds to limit “swipe fees”—sums that banks charge retailers when a customer uses a debit or credit card at their store. Will consumers be...
Jun 9, 2011 / Video / Russia Today
Are Low Income Home Buyers Facing a New Credit Crunch? Are Low Income Home Buyers Facing a New Credit Crunch?
Melissa Harris-Perry argues that civil rights and fairness depend on access to stable housing.
Jun 9, 2011 / Nation in the News / Press Room
Has Obama Found a Replacement for Elizabeth Warren at the CFPB? Has Obama Found a Replacement for Elizabeth Warren at the CFPB?
The Obama Administration seems determined to push Elizabeth Warren out the door at the very moment it needs her the most.
Jun 9, 2011 / The Notion / Ari Berman
Reimagining Capitalism: Bold Ideas for a New Economy Reimagining Capitalism: Bold Ideas for a New Economy
True economic recovery will require creative solutions to deeply rooted problems. Our first great task is to change the way we talk about what's possible.
Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / William Greider
The Rise of Benefit Corporations The Rise of Benefit Corporations
A growing number of states are introducing laws that permit companies to pursue social missions without fear of shareholder litigation.
Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / Jamie Raskin
To Guarantee Corporate Responsibility, Open the Boardroom Door To Guarantee Corporate Responsibility, Open the Boardroom Door
The best way to ensure corporate accountability is to save a seat on every board for an independent watchdog.
Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / William Lerach
Cut Wall Street Down to Size With a Financial Speculation Tax Cut Wall Street Down to Size With a Financial Speculation Tax
A tax on the rapid-fire trades that dominate financial markets would discourage reckless behavior and raise serious funds for public use.
Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / Sarah Anderson
The Government Nudge: A Public Role in the Private Sector The Government Nudge: A Public Role in the Private Sector
The government has the power to spur innovation and reshape the economy—but it must be willing to flex its muscle.
Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / Robert Weissman
Employee Ownership: The Road to Shared Prosperity Employee Ownership: The Road to Shared Prosperity
Employee ownership plans carve a path toward what could be called responsible capitalism.
Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / Christopher Mackin