Economics – People's World

What’s really behind Republican obstructionism?

March 5, 2021 By John Wojcik

It’s part of a multi-layered plan to take back power without having to do a damned thing for the people.

Not waiting around: Progressive Caucus already working on next stimulus package

March 4, 2021 By PAI

“It is critical, now more than ever, that we keep the heat on,” Jayapal urged. Without it, she said, Democratic leaders could easily succumb to corporate pressure and dump key items.

Biden: With Defense Production Act, enough vaccines by end of May

March 3, 2021 By John Wojcik

Ignoring the president’s plea for continued vigilance, Texas governor ends mask rules and opens everything 100 percent.

Senate Democrats pull $15 wage from rescue package; progressives target filibuster

March 2, 2021 By PAI

Sanders pledges minimum wage vote anyway; Warren says filibuster must be abolished.

Biden’s economic rescue plan advances, but minimum wage hike more uncertain

February 26, 2021 By Mark Gruenberg And C.J. Atkins

Bernie Sanders is planning an end-run around Senate parliamentarian's ruling blocking the $15 minimum wage.