Robert Reich’s blunderbuss opposition to trade deals forged by the Clinton and Obama administrations relies on economic ignorance and misreading the data.
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Posted inEconomy
C’mon, Democrats. Tout Your Economic Record
Despite inflation, they have a great story to tell about the Biden administration’s record. Here are three economic talking points, free of charge.
Posted inEconomy
Yes, Americans Are Better Off Under Biden
Households have seen a stunning rise in employment and income, even considering inflation.
Posted inEconomy
We May Not Have a Recession
Inflation is up, and so are interest rates, but cautious Federal Reserve policies and an assist from OPEC can bring the economy in for a much-desired soft landing.
Posted inEducation, Higher Education
High-Paying Jobs Go Begging While High School Grads Line Up for Bachelor’s Degrees
Huge shortages loom in the skilled trades, which require less — and cheaper — training
Posted inEconomy
The Mirage of ‘Full Employment’
Low unemployment rates mask soft spots in the job market, especially among rural Americans and minorities.
Posted inEconomy, Featured
Forget a Higher Minimum Wage—Here’s a Better Way to Help American Workers
A federal job guarantee would reinvigorate American infrastructure and ensure that no workers go home in poverty.
Posted inPolitical Animal
It’s Time to Shift the Focus From Jobs to Wages
As we approach full employment, Democrats should get ahead of the curve.
Posted inPolitical Animal
Identity Politics and the Road to Full Employment
Let’s examine why the labor force participation rate has declined.
