In Deep Red South Dakota and Nebraska, Voters Used Ballot Initiatives To Curb Inequality
Citizen-led initiatives scored big wins in the midterms. But now this form of direct democracy is under attack.
Blogging Our Great Divide
New developments on the inequality front? Our Institute for Policy Studies Inequality.org editorial team tracks them here.
All Eyes on Delaware — and a Promising Challenge to the World’s Richest Man
So Elon Musk may not be all that fabulously ‘brilliant’ after all.
Election 2022’s Grandest Victors?
Another Election Day, another sigh of relief — from America’s deepest pockets
Inequality-Fighting Ballot Initiatives Win Big
Voters approved proposals to tax the rich, build worker power, and make housing and education more affordable.
An Economist That Future Economists — and Societies — Will Dare Not Ignore
Without greater equality, Herman Daly helped us understand, our environment has no real shot at renewal
San Francisco Confronts Inequality at the Ballot Box
The Bay Area is home to some of America’s most frightening inequalities. But ballot measures supporting affordable housing, free college, and voter turnout offer a promising political horizon.
Our Inane Election-Time Double Standard on Campaign Contributions
Ordinary Americans face fines for doing what comes naturally to America’s financially finest.
Charity Reform Webinar: Recording and Resources
Watch our webinar on why food banks and other nonprofits should support philanthropic policy change — and learn how you can, too.
Advocates Urge Biden to Crack Down on Excessive CEO Pay, Buybacks, and Union-Busting
Labor unions and other pro-worker groups call for an end to taxpayer funding of harmful corporate practices.
New Yorkers Visit Vienna for Social Housing Inspiration
A delegation of New York tenant advocates and legislators traveled to the European city renowned for its livability and social housing system. There, housing is a human right, not a commodity – and it looks good, too.