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#black-americans

The Legacy of Lynchings Still Hurts the Economic Prospects of Black Americans

The economic disparities faced by Black Americans today can be traced back to the historical injustices of lynchings, impacting their economic prospects and perpetuating poverty cycles.

Trump's 2017 tax cuts made income inequality worse. Here's how

The 2017 tax cuts disproportionately benefited corporations and wealthy individuals, leaving middle-class and Black taxpayers at a disadvantage.

The Legacy of Lynchings Still Hurts the Economic Prospects of Black Americans

The economic disparities faced by Black Americans today can be traced back to the historical injustices of lynchings, impacting their economic prospects and perpetuating poverty cycles.

Trump's 2017 tax cuts made income inequality worse. Here's how

The 2017 tax cuts disproportionately benefited corporations and wealthy individuals, leaving middle-class and Black taxpayers at a disadvantage.
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#housing-market

These Are the Most Expensive American States in Which to Reside

Income inequality in America is significantly affected by regional cost of living differences.
Housing costs are especially high in the most expensive states, contributing to economic disparities.

Who has the lowest (and highest) mortgage rates, and more!

Interest rates impact mortgage affordability and market dynamics significantly.

These Are the Most Expensive American States in Which to Reside

Income inequality in America is significantly affected by regional cost of living differences.
Housing costs are especially high in the most expensive states, contributing to economic disparities.

Who has the lowest (and highest) mortgage rates, and more!

Interest rates impact mortgage affordability and market dynamics significantly.
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What does it actually mean when we talk about the American working class'? | Rebecca Solnit

The term 'working class' is often used ambiguously, lacking a clear, consistent definition essential for meaningful discourse.

These Countries Have the Lowest Minimum Wage on Earth

The federal minimum wage in the US is insufficient for survival, paralleling global disparities in labor protections and compensation.
#new-york-city

Here's what food insecurity in NYC looks like in 2024

Food insecurity in NYC affects over one million people, including diverse socioeconomic groups, not just the homeless.
Organizations like Rethink Food are essential in combating food insecurity by redistributing excess food from restaurants.

Good news for Hochul and Adams: More New Yorkers are working than ever

Job growth is uneven across sectors in New York City, with declines in industries like construction that typically employ non-college graduates.

Here's what food insecurity in NYC looks like in 2024

Food insecurity in NYC affects over one million people, including diverse socioeconomic groups, not just the homeless.
Organizations like Rethink Food are essential in combating food insecurity by redistributing excess food from restaurants.

Good news for Hochul and Adams: More New Yorkers are working than ever

Job growth is uneven across sectors in New York City, with declines in industries like construction that typically employ non-college graduates.
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#mental-health

Squid Game Creator Lost Teeth And Had Nightmares Because Of The Show

Hwang Dong-hyuk's stress from creating Squid Game led to significant health issues, worsened while making the second season.
The show reflects societal issues, emphasizing the desperation felt by individuals in South Korea against economic disparities.

This City Went from Prosperity to Post-Industrial Poverty

Economic disparities exist despite the U.S. being a wealthy nation, with Michigan having significant poverty challenges affecting 1.4 million residents.

People in This Red State Town Earn Less Than $57 a Day

Poverty significantly affects mental health and economic stability, particularly in Texas towns with high poverty rates.
High poverty areas correlate with lack of job opportunities and lower educational levels.

Squid Game Creator Lost Teeth And Had Nightmares Because Of The Show

Hwang Dong-hyuk's stress from creating Squid Game led to significant health issues, worsened while making the second season.
The show reflects societal issues, emphasizing the desperation felt by individuals in South Korea against economic disparities.

This City Went from Prosperity to Post-Industrial Poverty

Economic disparities exist despite the U.S. being a wealthy nation, with Michigan having significant poverty challenges affecting 1.4 million residents.

People in This Red State Town Earn Less Than $57 a Day

Poverty significantly affects mental health and economic stability, particularly in Texas towns with high poverty rates.
High poverty areas correlate with lack of job opportunities and lower educational levels.
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Brooks: Voters to Democratic elites: Do you see me now?

A new political era highlights significant disparities arising from a decades-long focus on the educated class, while neglecting vocational training and male students.
#racial-inequality

Black Americans Earn Over 50% Less Than White Americans in This State

Racial inequality impacts Black Americans economically through various disparities, with Black households earning significantly less than white households in many states.

The Worst States for Black Americans: Every State Ranked

Racial disparity in the U.S. is deeply rooted in historical policies and continues to affect various aspects of life today.

Black Americans Earn Over 50% Less Than White Americans in This State

Racial inequality impacts Black Americans economically through various disparities, with Black households earning significantly less than white households in many states.

The Worst States for Black Americans: Every State Ranked

Racial disparity in the U.S. is deeply rooted in historical policies and continues to affect various aspects of life today.
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#inflation

It's not the economy stupid, that could deliver a win for Kamala Harris

US households are experiencing significant inflationary pressures across multiple essential living costs, leading to a strong desire for change in political leadership.

Retailers are highlighting two very different realities emerging among squeezed US shoppers

Middle-income shoppers are spending, but lower-income consumers face more financial stress due to inflation.

Auto parts and dollar store execs warn that low-income Americans are stretched thin and running on borrowed time

Retail sales have remained strong despite economic concerns, benefiting value-oriented retailers.
Consumer experience varies widely by income, revealing underlying economic disparities.

It's not the economy stupid, that could deliver a win for Kamala Harris

US households are experiencing significant inflationary pressures across multiple essential living costs, leading to a strong desire for change in political leadership.

Retailers are highlighting two very different realities emerging among squeezed US shoppers

Middle-income shoppers are spending, but lower-income consumers face more financial stress due to inflation.

Auto parts and dollar store execs warn that low-income Americans are stretched thin and running on borrowed time

Retail sales have remained strong despite economic concerns, benefiting value-oriented retailers.
Consumer experience varies widely by income, revealing underlying economic disparities.
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Opinion | A Recipe for a Striving America

The divide between rural and urban America is growing, resembling two separate societies with limited interaction.

38 questions to fix California's housing mess

California's housing costs have risen dramatically, outpacing income growth, creating a significant affordability gap.

Being and Building Beloved Community: The Intersection of Culture and Economy - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Robert Reed Church's legacy underscores both the historical attainment of Black wealth in Memphis and the ongoing efforts to rebuild this community today.

Entitlement by Rumaan Alam review the American dream gone wrong

The novel explores racial and economic disparities through the relationship between Brooke, a Black woman, and Asher, a wealthy white man.
#california

1 million fewer Californians live in poverty. Is that cut enough?

Poverty reduction in California is evident but remains inadequate compared to national trends.

Walters: Would state spend extra billions to improve children's wellbeing?

California is lagging behind other states in terms of child wellbeing indicators despite its high tax burden and progressive leanings.
Children Now's report highlights the racial and economic disparities in the state's treatment of children, with C-minus or lower grades in nearly half the evaluated categories.

1 million fewer Californians live in poverty. Is that cut enough?

Poverty reduction in California is evident but remains inadequate compared to national trends.

Walters: Would state spend extra billions to improve children's wellbeing?

California is lagging behind other states in terms of child wellbeing indicators despite its high tax burden and progressive leanings.
Children Now's report highlights the racial and economic disparities in the state's treatment of children, with C-minus or lower grades in nearly half the evaluated categories.
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Harris' plan to destroy suburbia, NY job recovery still lags and other commentary

Harris' housing proposals risk federal control amidst public distrust.
New York's job recovery lag considerably compared to other states post-COVID.

Kamala Harris's housing plan is similar to a Singaporean strategy

The housing market has created a conflict between homeowners desiring property appreciation and new homebuyers seeking affordability.

As the American Dream dies, Americans struggle with their billionaires

American sentiment towards billionaires is shifting, emphasizing accountability and fairness in an economy that favors the wealthy.

59% of Americans wrongly think the U.S. is in a recession, report finds

The U.S. economy is in a 'Goldilocks' state, although rising costs have left many Americans financially strained.

The South's economic boom is masking a harsher reality. It still has several of the poorest states in the nation.

Americans are moving to the South for jobs, lower taxes, and affordable housing, but the region still faces economic challenges and has some of the poorest states in the nation.

In Milwaukee, Black Voters Aren't On Board With Either Party

Both Democrats and Republicans struggle to engage Black voters in Milwaukee due to long-standing economic disparities and historical neglect.

What's at Stake for Women in the United Kingdom's July 4 General Election

Women in Britain are facing challenges with unhappiness linked to government policies, economic disparities, and work-life balance, calling for improvements in gender equality and support for women.

Europe live: EU leaders meet for second day as Polish PM criticises gap between defence rhetoric and action

The urgency in bridging the economic performance gap between the EU and the US is highlighted by Enrico Letta. Collaboration and unity are emphasized for greater competitiveness.

The Black Radical Roots of Our Policy Vision - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Economic disparities disproportionately harm Black individuals; tax system benefits White wealth and penalizes Black individuals.

His Brownstone Is Worth $5.4 Million. Why Is His Tax Bill So Low?

Homeowners in NYC's fancy properties enjoy low property taxes, burdening lower-income neighborhoods.
Disparities in property tax rates in NYC are widely considered unfair, prompting calls for system reform.

People Are Sharing All The Things That Have Gotten Worse Since COVID, And It's So Frustrating

COVID has caused significant disruptions to society, leading to increased inequalities and changes in work-life balance.
Negative changes post-pandemic include worsening inequalities, reduced quality in products, and lack of consideration in public spaces like movie theaters.

There aren't any no-go areas' in Tower Hamlets, only years of government neglect | Letter

Senior Conservative's claim of no-go areas in Tower Hamlets refuted as untrue and divisive
Tower Hamlets's challenges attributed to economic mismanagement and prejudice, not closed communities

Why Reparations Can Counter the Legacy of a 50-Year "War on Drugs" - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The lasting effects of the War on Drugs have led to the need for reparations.
Reparations for the harm caused by the War on Drugs align with restorative justice principles.

Alexei Navalny's Death Makes Tucker Carlson's Putin Interview Even More Dreadful

Tucker Carlson's visit to Moscow is criticized for its naive portrayal of the city.
The article highlights the realities of life in Russia, including human rights issues and economic disparities.

How to get better decisions from your AI | MarTech

Bad data creates bad results, and this applies to AI algorithms used in decision-making processes in marketing.
A significant number of people, particularly women, are missing from data sets, leading to biased and incomplete information.

Opinion: Data privacy was a red herring. We need to be paid for our data

Privacy as a concept was a distraction; individuals should focus on getting paid for data to address economic disparities in the AI industry.

How the DIY economy hurts women

Women undertake multiple roles and responsibilities, including caregiving, budget management, and supporting the economy through underpaid jobs.

18% of LGBTQ+ adults are parents - and they're raising over 5 million children

The traditional American family is evolving, with millions of LGBTQ+ adults choosing to become parents.

On the Hands of India's Brides, Reminders of a Stark Wealth Divide

Henna artists play a significant role in Indian weddings, symbolizing beauty and tradition amidst vast economic disparities.

America's Divided Summer Economy Is Coming to an Airport or Hotel Near You

The travel industry in 2024 is experiencing a sharp divide between richer and poorer consumers, with richer households more likely to take trips and use full-service hotels.
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