Author:Matt Bruenig
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Wealth Distribution in 2022
Wealth inequality is as it has always been. But it doesn't have to be.
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Who Are the Poor in 2021 and 2022?
The usual suspects are poor yet again.
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Holistic Admissions Criteria Favor the Rich
New research confirms that things like recommendation letters and extracurriculars favor the rich.
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Why the Connecticut Baby Bond Program Is Bad
Why wait 18 years to start giving money to 18-year-olds?
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Race-Conscious Admissions Are On Stronger Footing Than Ever
The new rules for race-conscious admissions are better than the old ones.
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Biden Can Probably Forgive Student Debt Even If SCOTUS Rules Against Him
Under the Higher Education Act, Biden can create a very generous income-driven repayment program.
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Pennsylvania Could Be the First State to Design Paid Leave Correctly
Adding a minimum benefit to their paid leave bill would include everyone.
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The SNAP Work Requirements
Just randomly inflicting pain on people.
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The Debt Limit Situation
Biden has a variety of ways to ignore the debt limit. He has no way to legally follow it.
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Minnesota Parental Leave Plan Excludes Large Minority of Potential Mothers
The Democrats still have yet to pass a single universal parental leave program in the US.