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Inequality.org has been tracking inequality-related news and views for nearly two decades. A project of the Institute for Policy Studies since 2011, the site aims to provide information and insights for readers ranging from educators and journalists to activists and policy makers. Its focus throughout: What can we do to narrow the staggering economic inequality that so afflicts us in almost every aspect of our lives?

Climate Crisis
How can the Left Tackle the Climate Crisis?

How can the Left Tackle the Climate Crisis?

Inequality.org

In his new book, writer Malcolm Harris considers the tools in our arsenal for stopping the worst case scenarios of climate change. by Chris Mills Rodrigo ( Inequality.com ) – Writing an effective political roadmap before a seismic election that is then released into a world transformed by that result is a tall order.  Luckily […]

Market Crash
NYC Comptroller Pursues Lawsuit Against Tesla and Musk for Stock Plunge

NYC Comptroller Pursues Lawsuit Against Tesla and Musk for Stock Plunge

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By Natalia Renta | – ( Inequality.org ) – In the wake of recent Tesla Takedown protests at hundreds of dealerships across the country, financial officers on both sides of the political aisle weighed in on how to address Tesla’s tanking share price. New York City Comptroller Brad Lander called for accountability from Elon Musk […]

Donald Trump
Trump’s Mega-Tariffs will Concentrate Wealth even More

Trump’s Mega-Tariffs will Concentrate Wealth even More

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Import taxes will be passed onto the consumer, while the rich will prosper from slashed taxes. by Omar Ocampo | – ( Inequality.org ) – Trump’s trade policies have been wildly unpredictable in the first two months of his second presidency. Tariff deadlines have come and been delayed with no rhyme or reason, leaving cross-border […]

Inequality
Total U.S. Billionaire Wealth is Up 88 Percent over Four Years

Total U.S. Billionaire Wealth is Up 88 Percent over Four Years

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By Chuck Collins and Omar Ocampo | – ( Inequality.org ) – Four years ago, the United States entered the Covid-19 pandemic. Forbes published its 34th annual billionaire survey shortly after with data keyed to March 18, 2020. On that day, the United States had 614 billionaires who owned a combined wealth of $2.947 trillion. Four […]

unions
10 Victories of the American Worker in 2023

10 Victories of the American Worker in 2023

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By Sarah Anderson | – ( Inequality.org ) – Looking for something positive to celebrate on New Year’s Eve? Consider lifting a glass to the hardworking people behind these inspiring victories of 2023. 1. The ‘Year of the Strike’ More than half a million American workers walked off the job this year. In October, companies […]

Inequality
On Labor Day: Low-Wage Employers say they Have no Money for Raises, but spent $341 Billion on Stock Buybacks

On Labor Day: Low-Wage Employers say they Have no Money for Raises, but spent $341 Billion on Stock Buybacks

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By Sarah Anderson ( Inequality.org ) – In response to strikes and union organizing drives, corporate leaders routinely insist that they simply lack the wherewithal to raise employee pay. And yet top executives seem to have little trouble finding resources for enriching themselves and wealthy shareholders. In 2021 and 2022, S&P 500 corporations spent record […]

Climate Crisis
The Big Money behind the Fight to Ban Environmentally and Socially Conscious Investing

The Big Money behind the Fight to Ban Environmentally and Socially Conscious Investing

Inequality.org

by Jessica Church ( Inequality.org ) – In a recent Gallup poll, the vast majority of Americans surveyed said they were not even “somewhat familiar” with the term “ESG.” But on Capitol Hill, Republicans have developed a fixation on the issue, holding not one but two intensely partisan hearings on the topic. “Republicans Are Losing […]

Bangladesh
The Modern Form of Colonialism: Climate Change

The Modern Form of Colonialism: Climate Change

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  By Tapti Sen ( Inequality.org ) – I am from a disappearing nation. My country, Bangladesh, is one of several at risk of becoming submerged partially or completely by rising sea levels caused by climate change in the coming decades. 75 percent of the country lies below sea level.  Bangladesh, a tropical country on […]

Employment
In DeSantis’ “Free” State of Florida, Union Freedom is under Attack

In DeSantis’ “Free” State of Florida, Union Freedom is under Attack

Inequality.org

by Rebekah Entralgo ( Inequality.org ) – In what Governor Ron DeSantis likes to call his “freedom state” of Florida, the freedom to belong to an effective union is under a ferocious attack. DeSantis, with the school year winding down, has just appeared at a Miami charter school to sign a new slate of bills […]

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