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Commentary Economics

Will Congress Pass a Bipartisan Stimulus Package, or Send the Unemployed a Lump of Coal for Christmas?

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 29: New Yorkers in need wait in a long line to receive free produce, dry goods, and meat at a Food Bank For New York City distribution event at Lincoln Center on July 29, 2020 in New York City. In addition to unemployment and homelessness, millions of Americans face food insecurity as a result of the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo by Scott Heins/Getty Images)

Commentary Rediscovering Government

It’s Time to Reset the Poverty Line

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 30: A waiter stands outside of a restaurant as New York City eateries are allowed to open their doors to 25 percent capacity on September 30, 2020 in New York City. As some customers return to indoor dining, they will be met with plastic partitions, hand sanitizer, masks and gloves. The city says that 50 percent capacity will follow shortly. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

Commentary Economics

Young People Will Bear the Brunt of COVID-19’s Economic Consequences

Report Unemployment

12 Million Workers Facing Jobless Benefit Cliff on December 26

Report Work

How COVID-19 Sent Women’s Workforce Progress Backward: Congress’ $64.5 Billion Mistake

Report Economics

Fighting for the Right to a Safe Return to Work during the COVID-19 Pandemic