Racial justice and democracy go hand in hand 

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As the nation moves forward into the next administration, we must prioritize racial justice and uplift those who continue to suffer disproportionate harm. 

EPI denounces the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol 
Last week’s coup attempt by domestic terrorists is a terrifying, but not surprising, way to end President Trump’s term. Read the statement from EPI President Thea Lee »
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EPI applauds President-elect Biden’s appointment of Marty Walsh for Secretary of Labor 
President-elect Biden has chosen a labor secretary with a strong union background who will be a champion for good jobs and the rights of working people. Read the statement »
The economy President-elect Biden is inheriting 

Nearly 27 million workers—15.8% of the workforce—are being directly hurt by the coronavirus crisis. Black and Latinx workers have been disproportionately affected. Read the blog post by EPI’s Heidi Shierholz »

154,000 Black Women Left The Workforce In December Alone  

EPI’s Heidi Shierholz is quoted in a HuffPost article: “The December job loss was definitely concentrated among Black and Hispanic women. No question. For white women, it’s a total disaster, but that’s dwarfed by what’s happening in other demographic groups.” Read the article  »

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Gig workers and unions sue in California Supreme Court to have Prop 22 overturned
SAN FRANCISCO — A major labor union and several ride-hailing drivers are suing to overturn a newly passed ballot measure classifying gig workers as independent contractors in California. Read more »
It’s essential to understand why some health care workers are putting off vaccination
Some hospitals around the country are reporting that 40 percent or more of their health care workers who could be getting a Covid-19 vaccine are not immediately signing up for it. Read more »
With Harris’s rise, the Divine Nine reach new heights
When Kamala D. Harris stepped into her power at the Chase Center in Wilmington, Del., on Nov. 7, sheathed in an ivory suit accented with her signature earrings, most recognized the tip of the hat to suffragists and the women’s movement. Read more »
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