The Democrats’ Medicare Debate Overlooks the Elder Care Crisis
Public options and tax credits won't solve the problem of skyrocketing long-term care costs. Only a robust Medicare for All plan will do the job.
Policy
Can an Economic Stat Help Narrow Our Grand Economic Divide?
Egalitarian-minded economists are pushing for a ‘GDP 2.0’ — and getting some lawmaker help.
Don’t Leave Equality to the Supreme Court
In 29 states, trans people can legally be denied jobs and housing because of who we are. Congress should act.
The Pols — and Philosophers — Exploring Limits on Wealth
Egalitarians worldwide are advancing the ‘most blasphemous idea’ in our contemporary political discourse
The Case for Impeachment Goes Way Beyond Ukraine
Democrats need to take Trump’s crimes against people and the planet as seriously as those against Joe Biden.
Victory for California’s Gig Workers
An important new bill could upend the predatory business practices of an entire industry.
Name and Shame Big Political Contributors
Donors don’t like it, but using this publicly available information is one of the best ways to fight corruption.
Born on Third Base: Chuck Collins Interview with The Question Lane Podcast
Longtime inequality expert and activist Chuck Collins gave away his inheritance at 26, spending the next three decades mobilizing against inequality. He uses his perspective from both sides of the divide to deliver a new narrative.
Tax the Rich Before the Rest
Candidates should pledge that the middle class won't pay $1 more in new taxes until billionaires put up at least $1 trillion.