Economy and Business
The Foreign Emoluments Resort
A beautiful dream that was not to be.
Mega Merger, Mega Mess
Corporate takeovers and consolidations aren’t just bad morals, but bad business too.
Our Tax System Rewards Polluters
Last year, the biggest fossil fuel companies paid zero dollars in taxes — and actually received billions in rebates.
Where Is ‘Line Worker Barbie’?
CEO-worker pay gaps are the clearest proof that corporations like Mattel and many others don’t respect their employees.
Swamp Wrestling
When it comes to unsavory family entanglements, both Trump and Biden may have a problem.
Tell Kroger They’d Better Carry Your Local Paper
With no warning or consultation, the giant grocery chain banished local papers from its stores. No way!
Inequality Is Literally Killing Us
Again and again, studies show that the richer wealthy Americans become, the shorter the rest of us live.
Don’t Leave Equality to the Supreme Court
In 29 states, trans people can legally be denied jobs and housing because of who we are. Congress should act.
Wall Street Is Killing Local Newspapers
We can’t put a price tag on our free press — but unless we stop them, predatory investors can.
How Local Communities Can Tackle the ‘Death Gap’
Working-class Americans die younger. Here’s what your town can do about it.