This Chart Shows How the Safety Net Helps Working-Class White Americans
Cuts to the safety net could be bad news for Trump’s base. By Dwyer Gunn Earlier today, Congress…
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Are Conservatives Happier Consumers?
Researchers tie their reluctance to make a fuss to the fact that they are more invested in the…
Why Andrew Puzder Was Never a Good Pick for Secretary of Labor
American workers just dodged a bullet with Andrew Puzder’s withdrawal. By Jared Keller A protester holds a sign…
Yes, College Is Worth It—Especially If You’re a Man
New research finds graduates of highly selective schools earn more, at least early in their careers. But there’s…
The Coming Collision Between Trump and Construction Unions
The president has cultivated a relationship with the building trades unions. But early hires at the Department of…
What ‘Lucky’ Looks Like for Many Parents: A Patchwork Childcare Arrangement
While many parents cobble together various resources to meet their childcare needs, Rebecca Gale shows such situations can’t…
Dispelling the ‘Stock Clerk to CEO’ Myth
When these cases are not disclaimed as rare exceptions, they act as subtle propaganda for the corporate elite.…
When We’re Talking About Crowd Size at the Inauguration We Also Need to Talk About Class
It’s the missing element behind most of the stories concerning both Trump’s inauguration and the Women’s March in…
How Progressives Are Recruiting Corporations in Their Fight Against Trump
Liberals should learn from their conservative peers and bind themselves to corporate activism. By Jared Keller Elon Musk…
The Impending Crisis of the Internet of Things
Huge security flaws are being ignored by manufacturers—and are not easy to fix. By Rick Paulas (Photo: smoothgroover22/Flickr)…