Inequality.org
Inequality.org is the premiere portal for the public at large, journalists, teachers, students, academics, activists and any others seeking information and analysis on wealth and income inequality. Here, we collect the latest developments on inequality in the United States and keep readers abreast of relevant information concerning the widening wealth gap. We highlight stories from activists on the front lines of the fight for economic justice, and share information that can be used for ongoing campaigns.
Our content is created by our team of contributors, each with unique expertise and analysis that we combine to form a comprehensive picture of contemporary inequality. Ultimately, our mission is to create and curate high-quality research and information, along with compelling stories, with the goal of ending economic inequality in the U.S. and abroad.
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Support the Women's World Cup Team
The U.S. women’s soccer team outperforms its male counterpart but earns less — like women in every other field.
Time for a Raise for New York Car Wash Workers
Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the New York state legislature could end the subminimum tipped wage for carwasheros downstate.
Decent, Secure Housing Is a Basic Human Right
New York's latest housing legislation turns the tables on the landlord class, offering protections for renters.
How Fair Housing Laws Can Advance Environmental Justice and Racial Equity
Residents of Eight Mile, Alabama await a HUD ruling on a dangerous gas leak. Meanwhile, NCRC and the South Alabama Center for Fair Housing evaluate other legal options to secure compensation for the community.
How Wealthy Have Our Super Wealthy Become?
We now have some new clues, thanks to the tax-evasion records whistleblowers have been so generously sharing.
In an Unequal America, Empathy, Not Just Housing, Has Become Too Pricey
The wealthy feel aggrieved by the presence of homeless folks, yet they're the ones driving the affordable housing crisis.
Undocumented Immigrants Fight for the Right to Drive
The Pioneer Valley Workers' Center is organizing with immigrants across Massachusetts to allow undocumented people to apply for a driver's license.
Great Fortunes are Suffocating Great Art
How can we save art from the soul-crushing dynamics that our extreme inequality imposes?
For Equality, This Labor Leader Gave a Maximum Effort
The transit worker union's Larry Hanley lived a life that reminds us what beating back inequality truly takes.
Victory on Elder Care Equity Sets a Marker for 2020 Debates
Of the 11 members of Congress running for president, eight have endorsed expanded public support for long-term care. Washington Governor Inslee can claim real action.
Mining Companies Use Excessive Legal Powers to Gamble with Latin American Lives
In more than two-thirds of the mining-related lawsuits against governments in the region, communities have been actively organizing against the mining activities.
Uber Drivers Strike As Execs Make Millions Off IPO
Rideshare drivers around the world strike for better pay and working conditions from the multi-billion dollar company.
User Data Could Help Curb Inequality Spurred by the Tech Industry
The work we do online is making a precious few fabulously rich. Now stirring in California, a movement to share the wealth our data create.
Let's Celebrate Striking Workers
Here's a stat for International Workers' Day that's giving us hope.
The Reality Behind the ‘Surging’ U.S. Economy
A tiny uptick in wages won't do much to help Americans squeezed by debt and facing rising prices for medicine, child care, housing, and other essentials.
Nurses Tell Big Pharma: Put Patients Over Profits
"People shouldn't have to crowdfund for their health care. We wanted PhRMA to have to face firsthand the toll their greed takes on Americans across our country."
Do You Really Care about the Threads You Wear?
If you like looking good, you ought to fear what rising levels of inequality are doing to America's apparel future.
Justice is Global
A new movement is building towards an economy centered on global solidarity, rather than an international race to the bottom.
America's Wealthy Want to Silence the Income Inequality Discussion
The richest among us are preaching the 'opportunity' gospel. Don't fall for it.
A Green New Deal Town Hall: Paving the Way for a Just Transition
Truly effective climate policy will require 'a cultural shift that is bigger than legislation.'
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