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A DC Wealth Tax Could Provide Relief for Black Residents
Advocates say a surcharge on passive income could help fund critical programs in the District.
It’s Possible to End Corporate Influence in Politics
There’s more money in politics than ever. But some state governments are finding ways to fight back.
What a Trillion Dollars Tells Us About Who Really Runs the World
Elon Musk's trillion-dollar fortune was extracted, and the system that produced it is the same one emptying the rest of our pockets.
AI Runs the Global Gig Economy. Governments Must Respond.
At the International Labour Organization, governments must find a way to codify protections for gig workers — and regulate their AI bosses.
Working Families Are Paying the Price for Wage Stagnation
Lawmakers have passed the buck on raising the minimum wage. Voters are taking matters into their own hands.
Big Tech Built a Gig Economy That Works Against Us
Surveillance pricing is squeezing workers dependent on the gig economy — especially Black workers. Algorithmic transparency is the first step to fighting back.
World Cup Fans: Welcome to Mexico, a Paradise for Soccer and Inequality
While Mexicans are struggling with living costs, the government is piling on debt to pay for international tourism and soccer infrastructure.
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