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Lifelong Learning
Part of the Progressive Growth series, this paper identifies adults who could benefit from lifelong learning and suggests policies to help them.Other Labor Market Features
May 7, 2008
U.S. Workers Feeling the Squeeze
CAP event discusses new book by New York Times reporter on the challenges faced by American workers and how little corporations are helping them.
May 2, 2008
Bad News in New Job Numbers
Brunt of labor market slowdown in April borne by our country’s most vulnerable workers, writes Christian E. Weller
April 29, 2008
El Estado de las Minorías
April 29, 2008
The State of Minorities
Hispanic and African-American households are likely to suffer first and to suffer more in the current economic downturn, write Tim Westrich and Amanda Logan.
April 21, 2008
A Small Business Administration for Non-Profits
The nonprofit sector is America's best hope for solving the pressing problems facing its communities. Unfortunately, too many nonprofits are high on mission and passion but weak on resources and strategy. As a result, they struggle to achieve the impact they seek, operating inefficiently, with limited use of technology and without access to expertise they need. To help small businesses in a similar situation, we have the Small Business Administration. What's needed is an SBA for nonprofits – a government agency that can provide funding and guidance to the nonprofit sector.
April 10, 2008
The Write Stuff
The Office returns to TV tonight, one of the first shows back after the writers' strike. David Madland examines what this means for the economy.
March 13, 2008
Green-Collar Jobs in America's Cities
Report outlines how to green jobs can make American cities more sustainable, efficient, and livable while spurring economic growth, innovation, and job creation.
March 5, 2008
Leaders for Every Sector
Report shares anecdotes, discussions, and data to further the discussion about how national service can help prepare us for the future.
February 5, 2008
Interactive Map: Bush's Budget Cuts Aid to Displaced Workers
Under Bush's budget, 65,000 fewer workers would receive services to help them find work. Dislocated workers need more help, not less.
January 28, 2008
The State of Latinos in the Union
A by the numbers look at the disproportionate setbacks that Latinos have faced during the Bush White House’s tenure.
January 12, 2008
American Workers See New Lows at the Year's End
New employment numbers show the smallest increase in job growth since August 2003, over four years ago, and the highest unemployment rate in over two years.
January 4, 2008
American Workers See New Lows at the Year’s End
With employment declining, it is clear that economic growth alone will not translate into rising fortunes for America's workers, says David Madland.
December 11, 2007
Economic Snapshot for December 2007
Families are still feeling the pressure of low growth, says Christian E. Weller, but we can put the economy back on track.
December 10, 2007
Beyond Justice: Bush Administration's Labor Department Abuses Labor Union Regulatory Authorities
New report from Scott Lilly highlights the Bush administration's attempts to undermine the labor union movement.
November 29, 2007
Sole Sourcing: Handing Out Tax Dollars at the Labor Department
The way federal tax dollars are being handed out by the Employment and Training Administration finally gets needed attention, writes Scott Lilly.
November 28, 2007
Progressive Growth
A new plan for the next administration to transform America's economy through clean energy, innovation, and opportunity.
November 6, 2007
Green Jobs by the Numbers
This by-the-numbers look at the environmental industry shows that a green economy will bring sustainable jobs as well as sustainable energy.
October 22, 2007
One Inch at a Time
Winnie Stachelberg emphasizes the precedents for moving forward on, and building from, change. Even if compromising isn’t the perfect solution.
October 10, 2007
Economic Snapshot for October 2007
Christian E. Weller assesses federal and personal debt, the housing market, and the state of the economy.
September 17, 2007
D.C. Invests in Green Collar Jobs
A new "green jobs" initiative in D.C. will promote a stronger economy, better job market, and cleaner environment, writes Bracken Hendricks.
September 11, 2007
Economic Snapshot for October 2007
Christian E. Weller examines economic risks, including the end of the housing boom, massive household debt, and continued budget deficits.
September 10, 2007
Rising-Tide Economics
Senior Fellow Gene Sperling explains why in the 21st century economy, growth and equality must go hand in hand, and how to achieve that balance.
August 30, 2007
Labor Day Special!
This Labor Day, union membership is dwindling, yet Americans’ opinion and interest in labor unions is at historically high levels, writes Ruy Teixeira.
August 3, 2007
What Workers Want, Congress Should Provide
August 3, 2007
Ignoring Productivity At Our Peril
A new report from Weller and Logan explains the threats that slowing productivity growth and low business investment pose to the economy.
August 3, 2007
Doubts Arise About the Economy’s Momentum
New employment numbers show meager growth, indicating that second quarter growth may have been overly optimistic, says Christian E. Weller.
July 27, 2007
Assisting Workers in Global Competition
Sen. Baucus’s proposed expansion of Trade Adjustment Assistance would offer better benefits, help more workers.
July 24, 2007
Life at Minimum Wage
A chart shows how today's minimum wage increase will help American families get by—but they'll need fairer pay to stay out of poverty.
July 11, 2007
Economic Snapshot for July 2007
Employment and wages are slowly moving the economy along, but the end of the housing boom continues to keep growth slow.
July 6, 2007
Job Growth Looks Good Against Diminished Expectations
June employment figures show job creation and hourly wages are not keeping pace with population growth and inflation, writes Christian E. Weller.
June 20, 2007
Check Here for Workers’ Rights
Proposed Employee Free Choice Act would help restore illegally eroded workers’ rights and rebuild the middle class.
June 15, 2007
Economic Snapshot for June 2007
Signs of trouble abound and consumers and businesses have become more cautious amid a weakening economy this spring.
June 1, 2007
Mixed Employment Bag for New College Graduates
May continues to highlight the volatile nature of the job market, studded with low employment numbers, particularly for college grads.
May 14, 2007
Economic Snapshot for May 2007
Recent labor figures show slump for middle-class families, adding to existing problems with low income gains, declining benefits, and rising debt.
May 4, 2007
April Job Growth Disappoints
John Irons shows that last month’s disappointing slowdown continues the mediocre upward trend that we’ve seen all year.
April 27, 2007
Searching for Momentum
With all sectors weak, Christian E. Weller points to exports as an area for economic growth, but import numbers still spell danger.
April 20, 2007
Because I’m the Boss: CEO Compensation Still Egregious
Now matter how you look at it, chief executives are still running ahead of their workers, says Christian E. Weller.
April 19, 2007
Economic Snapshot for April, 2007
Recent trends are better than expected, but families still feel pressures, and weak jobs growth leaves breadwinners vulnerable.
April 18, 2007
Laboring over Trade
The White House may be standing in the way of an aggressive approach to ensure that trade benefits all Americans and our trading partners.
April 6, 2007
Employment Growth Up, But Still Fails to Impress
John Irons says new employment data shows some strength remains in the broader labor market despite housing market woes.
March 28, 2007
Laboring for Trade Deals: Trade Agreements and Labor Rights
Daniel Tarullo urges inclusion of internationally recognized labor principles in U.S. trade agreements.
March 26, 2007
Free Choice for Our Workers
The Bush administration’s rollback of workers’ rights exacerbates rising health care costs, declining benefits, and growing personal debt.
March 19, 2007
Time to Police CEO Pay
Christian E. Weller and Kate Sabatini parse executive pay package numbers and show most CEOs are well paid regardless of performance.
March 9, 2007
The Job Market Has Only Weak Momentum Going Forward
Christian E. Weller examines the most recent employment figures to gauge future jobs growth, which could remain slow in 2007.
March 2, 2007
Strengthening the Safety Net for American Workers
Policy proposals by Gene Sperling simplify the benefits process and implement preemptive programs to the fall for unemployed workers.
February 23, 2007
Restoring Workers Rights
Debate over the Employee Free Choice Act is a first step toward restoring rights and advancing the interests of American workers.
February 9, 2007
Economic Snapshot for February, 2007
Christian E. Weller explains that economic recovery may be improving, but the trade deficit remains high and labor market weaknesses persist.
February 2, 2007
Tell Tale Signs
Christian E. Weller compares recent employment growth figures with past labor gains in previous economic cycles. The analysis is telling.
February 1, 2007
A Moral Imperative
Gathering of senators and religious leaders emphasizes that raising the minimum wage is not just an economic issue, but a moral one.
January 29, 2007