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U.S. pandemic unemployment grows again, but so does the number of billionaires
May 14, 2020Progressive analysts at the Economic Policy Institute predict jobless figures will only get worse, especially for low-wage workers, women workers, and workers of color.
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Guns or vaccines? Racing to build weapons of death during a pandemic
May 14, 2020The U.S. spends $1.25 trillion a year on defense. Half that amount could provide adequate medical support during the COVID-19 crisis and pay jobless Americans a salary.
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Transit union leaders, system heads seek further aid
May 14, 2020Transit union leaders and top transit managers seek $32 billion-$33 billion to keep the buses, subways, and commuter railroads going through the end of 2021.
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The Congressional Progressive Caucus wants guaranteed income in stimulus bill
May 14, 2020Led by Jayapal and Pocan, they want Pelosi’s bill to include guaranteed income and health care for all workers.
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Communists lead class struggle at local level in France’s ‘Red Cities’
May 13, 2020Through day-to-day work on the ground—leafletting, rallies, public meetings, and banquets—French Communists still see political success at the municipal level.
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