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Politics of Poverty blogDown with the partisan wage divide
Even though red states feature the highest percentages of low-wage workers, the GOP is holding fast in opposing an increase in the federal minimum wage.
Politics of Poverty blog6 simple reasons we should raise the minimum wage right now
The Raise the Wage Act of 2019 would lift millions out of poverty, boost the economy, and save taxpayer dollars. So what’s the problem, Congress?
Politics of Poverty blogIt’s time to raise the bar for the next World Bank president
The best way to find the right person to tackle the injustice of poverty is to raise our collective expectations.
Politics of Poverty blog4 sustainable business trends to look out for in 2019
As the corporate elite meets in Davos, it’s time for a new agenda.
Politics of Poverty blogThe Raise the Wage fight gains momentum
Workers in 40 localities across the US saw their minimum wage go up on January 1. Here's why a federal increase should be next.
Politics of Poverty blogCOP24 in Poland: Why our best hope for progress isn’t moving fast enough
Well into the evening in frigid Katowice, the world’s national governments concluded the latest global climate summit with a decision that made measurable progress—while leaving many others frustrated with its lack of visionary boldness.