The richest 5 percent in the United States now own 65 percent of the nation’s wealth—making the wealth gap even more unequal here than the already gaping income gap. A new report by the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) cites foreclosures and falling housing values as contributing to the devastation of the net worth—the wealth—of millions…
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What Have The Unions Ever Done For Us?
Very funny video from Australia that reminds of the importance and power of unions. Caution: One strong four letter word towards the end of this video, so use appropriate discretion.
GOP’s Corporate Money Train Continues to Roll
Unemployed Kansans latest to be run over by GOP rush to cater to big-business. The Kansas AFL-CIO said today that approval by the House to reduce unemployment benefits for working Kansans while keeping in place increased unemployment insurance tax breaks for businesses was just the latest GOP corporate giveaway at the expense of Kansas families….