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A Trillion in Prevention
Our economy was never as strong for working people as the numbers made it look. As we prepare to spend trillions on this crisis, let’s invest in changing that.
What Could Become Possible
From health care for all to lower-carbon lifestyles, many once radical ideas now seem more possible — and more necessary — than ever.
Thank Farmers and Grocery Workers for Their Service
Our national security depends on those workers who feed us. They deserve a living wage and health care.
Efficiency vs. Resilience
This crisis is pulling back the curtain on unfettered capitalism, showing that we are actually interconnected.
Q & A on the G.O.P.’s Call for Elder Sacrifice
It’s now officially a matter of reasonable debate whether we should kill old people to avoid a recession.
We Need a Lot More Transparency from the CDC
I work with communities that don’t trust the health system to deliver for them. A little transparency could go a long way.
‘Worst Case Scenario’: Health Care Workers Need Masks ASAP
As a fourth-year medical student, I see each day how a lack of masks is hindering our response to this pandemic.
Essential Business
A man has a right to defend his castle (and TP stash).
Athletes Are Supporting Stadium Workers. Why Aren’t More Owners?
The owners of sports teams make billions off low-wage stadium workers. With games suspended, those workers deserve help.
Stay in Your Home — And Stay Angry
The economy’s turned upside down, people are dying, and we’re all cooped up because the people who are supposed to keep us safe didn’t.