Putting Numbers into Context: A Winnable Battle Our Side Doesn’t Want to Fight
Putting numbers into context is easy and helps people understand what social programs actually cost. So why don’t reporters do it? Dean Baker writes.
Medicare for 64-Year-Olds is a Step Toward Medicare for All
Lowering the Medicare age to 64 offers two very good tests. Dean Baker writes.
End Bloated Salaries in the Nonprofit Sector
The public pays for nonprofit salaries. It’s time to stop. Dean Baker writes.
When Politicians Say “Free Trade,” They Mean Upward Redistribution
Touting free trade yet believing in monopolies is the mark of modern politicians. Dean Baker explains what free trade really means.
New York City Could Pave Way for Paid Leave
Workers in every other wealthy country can count on some amount of paid time off. Now New York City is trying to give Americans the same. Dean Baker writes.
The Green New Deal is Happening in China
The push toward a cleaner economy is being led not by the US but rather by China. Dean Baker writes.
Ivy Leagues are Handing Out Millions in Fees to Hedge Fund Managers
Ivy League endowments post weaker returns than an average 60-40 stock-bond mix. So why are they paying hedge fund managers millions? Dean Baker writes.
Bernie Sanders Wants Corporations to Fulfill Trump’s Tax Cut Promise
A Quixotic bill aims to put pressure on huge businesses to speed along the trickle-down of benefits. Dean Baker on the case.
Cheap Tricks With Economic Statistics: The Democratic Version
Lies, damned lies, and Democrats talking about worker income. Dean Baker investigates.
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