A Life Expectancy Reversal
The U.S. was making progress on the life expectancy gap. New CDC data make it clear how perilous progress can be. Continue reading A Life Expectancy Reversal
Category: Current Events
More Worker Quits? It’s a Good Thing.
The phrase “I Quit” has a negative connotation. But, maybe it shouldn’t. After all, for many workers it’s their best bargaining chip. Continue reading More Worker Quits? It’s a Good Thing.
Voter Suppression: 2020 Style
The Voting Rights Act was important. But, it lost it’s teeth in 2013, and states are starting to take advantage. Continue reading Voter Suppression: 2020 Style
Targeting Student Loan Forgiveness
Student loan forgiveness is probably a good idea. But, if not done carefully, it could benefit households already doing pretty well. Continue reading Targeting Student Loan Forgiveness
An Employment Situation Checkup
Believe it or not, it has been nearly a year since the COVID-19 pandemic struck the U.S. economy. Time for a checkup. Continue reading An Employment Situation Checkup
Video: The December 2020 Employment Situation
The BLS Employment Situation Summary is a useful document to try and read for yourself. This post can help. Continue reading Video: The December 2020 Employment Situation
A Double Standard in Capitol Arrests
Apparently storming the U.S. Capitol isn’t quite as likely to get you arrested as protesting racial injustice. Continue reading A Double Standard in Capitol Arrests
To “V” or Not to “V.” Is this a V-Shaped Recovery?
Have we had a “V-shaped” Recovery? Would you accept V-ish? Continue reading To “V” or Not to “V.” Is this a V-Shaped Recovery?
The Social Security Trust Fund is Nearing the End
The Social Security Trust Fund will run out around 2034. Why are we acting like it’s Science Fiction? Continue reading The Social Security Trust Fund is Nearing the End
Do Republican Presidents have Better Economic Records?
People usually say Republican presidential candidates will handle the economy better. The evidence says otherwise. Continue reading Do Republican Presidents have Better Economic Records?