You Can Thank Donald Trump If You’re Feeling Poorer Today
New IRS data show the wealthy grew even richer in the Trump years while the rest of us fell back.
Research & Commentary
From academics to activists, thoughtful people worldwide are focusing their attention on economic inequality as never before.
In Guatemala, Harris Should Address U.S. Policies That Put Corporations Over People
As the Vice President seeks to remedy root causes of migration, she should vow to dismantle neoliberal rules that have been devastating for rural and Indigenous peoples.
Inequalities Are Shaping How We’re Fighting the Pandemic — And How We’ll Remember It
Covid-19 infections in most countries have been hugely underestimated — not least because rich countries bought almost all the tests.
Can a Driver Uprising Make Food Apps Deliver?
Two thousand delivery drivers, who work for apps like Uber Eats and DoorDash, marched on New York City to demand better working conditions.
America Cannot Afford Another Lost Decade for Black Workers
As the country seeks to reinvent itself once again, it's time to place Black workers at the center of an economic recovery that works for everyone.
Over 100 Youth-Led Groups Convene To Address Intersectional Climate Justice
Addressing inequality remains a top priority for youth climate advocates.
New Research Vindicates Scientist Attacked by Pork Industry Over Environmental Racism Charges
Corporate industrial livestock operations pose serious health threats to nearby residents, who are often low-income people of color.
Corporate Lobbyists Have Hypnotized Congress With Campaign Cash to Stop a Tax on Wall Street Trades
The fight for a financial transaction tax has been heavily skewed in favor of corporate interests.
Corporations Should Not Have the Power to Undermine the Global Battle Against Covid-19
Even if governments agree to suspend patent protections for vaccines, corporations can fight back with expensive lawsuits.
The Emerging Philanthropic Reform Movement
A young and growing movement that may ultimately transform institutional philanthropy – for the benefit of nonprofits.