This Year, Voters Made an End Run Around Out of Touch Politicians
Citizen-led initiatives scored big wins in the midterms. But now this form of direct democracy is under attack.
Tax the Rich, House the Homeless
In L.A., 1 percenters currently pay less than a 1 percent city tax on the mansions they make millions selling.
After Boosting Low-Income Voter Turnout, Poor People’s Campaign Mobilizes for COVID Relief
People did not turn out in record numbers in the midst of a pandemic to vote for a return to normal. They want policy change based on a moral agenda.
14 Successful Ballot Initiatives to Reduce Inequality
On November 3, voters in many states and cities approved a variety of inequality-related proposals, from taxing the wealthy to increasing the minimum wage and tenant protections.
Tax the Rich. School the Children. Pay the Teachers.
After making the case that universal preschool is even more important under the pandemic, advocates easily won the vote by a 64-36 margin.
San Franciscans Vote Overwhelmingly to Rein in Overpaid CEOs
A ballot measure to increase taxes on corporations with extreme gaps between CEO and median worker pay sailed through on a 65-35 margin.
17 Ballot Initiatives to Reduce Inequality
On November 3, voters in many states and cities will weigh in on a variety of inequality-related proposals, from taxing the wealthy to increasing worker and tenant protections.
2018 Midterm Elections: A Ballot Initiative Breakdown
Voters in several states passed measures to protect and expand the rights of people across the country.
Minimum Wage Increases Won Big in 2016
Here’s how the key inequality-related ballot initiatives we were tracking turned out.
Ballot Initiatives to Watch if You Care About Inequality
On Nov. 8, voters in many states will weigh in on a variety of inequality-related issues, from taxing the wealthy to price-gouging on drugs.
Elections Offer Hope for a Change in Course in Iraq
It’s hard to believe that President Bush will miss the message voters delivered on Election Day.