Share the Wealth? Of Course. But When?
Redistribution via the tax code, progressives on both sides of the Atlantic are realizing, only takes us so far. We need to start limiting inequality before it can dig in.
Policy
The ‘Unintended Consequences’ of Letting the Rich Get Richer
Our politics needs to face up to inequality’s deep-set impact on all of us as individuals.
The Degrowth Movement Challenges the Conventional Wisdom on Economic Health
A coalition of academics and activists are taking on the dogma of growth and calling for a radical reorganization of the economy.
Election Fight Over Immigration is Fraying Sweden’s Social Fabric
While the ruling red-green bloc is running on an anti-inequality agenda, an insurgent anti-immigrant party is drowning out their message with fearmongering.
The Inequality Crisis Hiding Behind High Utility Bills
Low-income people and communities of color are disproportionately energy insecure. Here’s how energy efficiency policy can address the divide.
Amazon’s Worst Bargain Yet
The retail behemoth wants your local government's business, but there's a hidden cost to low prices: Local businesses get shut out.
New Currencies for a New Economy
To build local power, activists in Bristol are taking aim at the root of all evils: money.
How to Level the Playing Field for Workers — Even With Unions Hurting
A federal jobs and income guarantee could protect workers the way unions once did.
How Randomistas Can Help Fight Inequality
The smartest way to create meaningful social policy is with a healthy amount of skepticism.