Fed Up with Washington, D.C.? Look to Washington State
In the face of gridlock at the federal level, Seattle is leading the way towards a more just economy.
Taxes
Financial Industry Split on Speculation Tax
As EU negotiators struggle to reach the finish line on a financial transaction tax agreement, 52 industry professionals issue a joint statement in support.
The Sad Slide of a Once Equal Nation
New Zealand, by most yardsticks, used to rival equal nations like Denmark. But New Zealand’s incomes have become much more unequal — and its problems much more pressing. Steeply progressive taxes could reverse that dynamic.
Donald Trump’s Three-Step Plan to Dupe the Public on Tax Cuts
The latest efforts to sell the public on the Trump tax-cut plan offer a master class in deception and deceit with dire consequences, for Trump's non-wealthy supporters.
A Progressive Federal Tax Credit for State Tax Payments
In one bold fell swoop, we could counteract the chronic regressivity of America’s state tax systems.
How Wealth Managers Undermine Society and What We Can Do About It
An expert explains how shadowy practitioners of financial trickery help facilitate widespread tax evasion — and undermine democratic government.
London Fire Fuels Movement to Tackle Inequality in Britain
Building on the momentum of the recent election, activists are demanding justice for Grenfell Tower fire victims as part of a broader agenda to narrow economic and racial divides.
State Action on Hedge Fund Loophole
The Illinois state senate is the first legislative body to pass a bill to close a tax loophole that allows billionaire hedge fund managers to pay a lower tax rate than many teachers and firefighters.
Challenging Dynastic Wealth Tax Breaks
A beneficiary of family wealth speaks out against a D.C. City Council proposal to pay for estate tax cuts by shortchanging public services.