Money

Issues affecting income, wealth distribution, and financial opportunity.

How the Asian Wealth Gap Breaks from Wealth Stereotypes
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How the Asian Wealth Gap Breaks from Wealth Stereotypes

The Asian wealth gap is also the highest of any racial category, with some Asian nationalities among the worst-paid in the country. 

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How Financial Crises Shape Social Justice Movements
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How Financial Crises Shape Social Justice Movements

May 1893 was the beginning of an economic recession with strong parallels to the present day. 

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How “In God We Trust” Became More Than a Motto
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How “In God We Trust” Became More Than a Motto

“In God We Trust” is a key example of U.S. civil religion: an ideology that has often cloaked abuses of power in the trappings of religious faith.

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Why Do Banks Receive Bailouts Over Other Financial Issues?
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Why Do Banks Receive Bailouts Over Other Financial Issues?

With the current political and economic system, special measures to protect financial markets are seen as urgent over efforts to support the survival of everyday people.

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How SNAP Benefits Fall Short for Millions
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How SNAP Benefits Fall Short for Millions

Despite being a lifeline for millions who would otherwise not be unable to eat, SNAP benefits often keep recipients in a constant cycle of poverty.

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How Rising Food Costs Threatens Food Security
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How Rising Food Costs Threatens Food Security

The pandemic exposed and exacerbated existing economic inequalities in one of the wealthiest nations, with rising food costs despite insufficient food access at the forefront.

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Movement on the Fight for Reparations
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Movement on the Fight for Reparations

Cities and states are developing unprecedented reparations initiatives to address economic inequities and historical injustice against Black people.

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The Impact of Crypto on Communities of Color
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The Impact of Crypto on Communities of Color

The current financial system is inherently inequitable, causing marginalized communities to flock to unregulated alternatives like crypto.

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Recessions, Explained
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Recessions, Explained

Despite compounding economic troubles, there’s debate as to whether or not the United States is in an economic recession. So what is a recession? Today, we’re looking into what they are, why they occur, and what we can do about them.

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Seeking Legal Counsel for Predatory Debt Collection 
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Seeking Legal Counsel for Predatory Debt Collection 

Debt collection practices use loopholes, requiring many debtors to require legal representation they cannot afford.

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