Getting Past Stars and Swipes Forever
In 1776, public-spirited patriots emerged from the ranks of America’s most privileged. Today’s richest offer up precious little of that public spirit. Why?
A Stunning Glance at the Geography of U.S. Income Inequality
New Economic Policy Institute research exposes just how top-heavy many of the places Americans call home have become.
How to Restore Taxes on Inheritances
With the estate tax further weakened, is it time to pivot to an inheritance tax?
How to Tax Luxury Housing to Fund Social Housing
Taxing high-end real estate transfers can help keep city living affordable for everyone.
Time to Tax the ‘Swanktuaries’
Luxury buildings drive up housing costs, suck up energy, and help rich people warehouse wealth. They should pay a lot more than property taxes.
A Tax Plan Only a One Percenter Could Love
Instead of helping average working families, Trump’s tax agenda actually targets those already most vulnerable.
Blame the Baby Boomers
The often praised and all-too-powerful generation is taken to task in this searing critique of the contributions Baby Boomers have made.
Trump’s Cabinet Will Be the Richest In American History
These deep pocket picks reflect the harsh reality of America’s unequal distribution of wealth.
Building a New Populism in the Era of Trump
With a little good faith, liberals and conservatives can work together to tackle the real issues putting the American Dream out of reach.
Why 2016 May See a Record Top 1%
America’s top earners will be rushing to maximize their 2016 income if Democrats gain a sweep in November. But what happens next will be what really matters.
New President Must Make Tax Reform a Top Priority
After the election, we need to focus on forcing the next president to address inequality and fix our upside down tax code.
Nuts to First Class
The growing class divide on airplanes feels a lot like America’s.
America’s Grand Fortunes Go Overboard
With middle-class net worth crumbling, the Forbes 400 grow wealthier than ever.
Vast Resources in Africa Cannot Be Extracted To Benefit the 1%
Large corporations — particulaly in oil, gas, mining, and land acquisition — dominate the table alongside the U.S. government in the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit.
The One Percent at State U
New report finds that student debt and low-wage faculty labor are rising faster at state universities with the highest-paid presidents.