What’s Behind the Teacher Strikes: Unions Focus on Social Justice, Not Just Salaries
A new generation of union activists see their struggle as part of the fight for equitable resources for the communities in which they teach.
Research & Commentary
From academics to activists, thoughtful people worldwide are focusing their attention on economic inequality as never before.
Immigrants Aren’t the Emergency
Communities like mine, in small-town Michigan, are told to blame immigrants when unchecked capitalism hurts us. We don't buy it.
Oil Wealth in Senegal: For the Many or the Few?
Income from recently discovered oil and gas deposits must go toward reducing poverty and precariousness.
Amazon HQ2: Texas Experience Shows Why New Yorkers Should Be Skeptical
After politicians stage their photo ops, little is done to make sure companies comply with public incentive agreements.
Let’s Honor Rosa Parks by Continuing Her Struggle for Transit Equity
Barriers to public transit access make it harder for people, particularly people of color and the poor, to get to jobs and schools.
A Historical Take on the ‘Prosperity Theology’ of Our Deeply Unequal Times
The contemporary claim that God is urging us on to get rich would appall the leading preachers of America’s colonial era.
Another Presidential Candidate Who Doesn’t Get It
It’s human nature to be clueless about those with less privilege than you — which for billionaires includes nearly everyone.
The Next Shareholder Revolution
Sovereign wealth funds, an emboldened pension fund community, and ethical investor-activists could uncover the egalitarian potential of the stock certificate.
The Teen Climate Activist Speaking Truth to Davos
"I don’t want you to be hopeful. I want you to panic. I want you to feel the fear I feel every day. And then I want you to act."
Who’s Paid the Biggest Worker Abuse Fines? The Answer May Surprise You.
Big banks not only mistreat customers. They've also faced some of the heaviest fines for mistreating their employees.