Social Inequality: Seldom Only Social
We need to keep in mind the tangible and ever-present economic consequences of membership in a disfavored minority. This week has brought us two reminders about how culture and cultural...
Research & Commentary
From academics to activists, thoughtful people worldwide are focusing their attention on economic inequality as never before.
Putting Class Back in Class Warfare
A discussion on the creative resistance of John Sellers, co-founder of Other 98%. You have probably seen the work of the Other 98%, but you may not have known who...
Restoring Power to the Global 99%
A prominent Filipino activist and political leader reflects on the history of global inequality trends and how to take power back from today's hyper-rich.
Making Wealth Fair
Author of new book, From Here to Prosperity, Tom Burgess explains how to reduce wealth inequality by shifting to a more fair tax code. There is plenty of rhetoric about the wealthy...
Closing in on EU Financial Tax Victory
The international campaign for taxes on financial speculation is on the brink of a major European milestone that could further boost momentum in the United States. [caption id="attachment_11552" align="alignright" width="452"]...
Wall Street as Matter of Life and Death
For New York City AIDS activist Bobby Tolbert, drug profiteering and tax dodging by financial elites violate basic American values. New York City-based activist Bobby Tolbert is drawing on his...
The Perils of Underfunding the IRS
Underfunding the IRS helps the very wealthy at the expense of the middle and working class. So why do we do it? Originally published by US News & World Report....
Locked Out of the American Dream
A new report shows black families struggling to gain access despite the illusion of racial equity we see on television. The Urban League recently released its annual report on the...
Fighting for an Alternative to Big Banks
Activists are demanding accessible, affordable financial services through the postal system as part of a broader agenda to rein in Wall Street. We’ve heard a lot about Wall Street reform...
Attention, Most Indebted Class Ever
Congratulations, college graduates! As you enter the next phase of life, you and your parents should be proud of your achievements.But, I’m sorry to say, they’ve come at a price:...