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September 16, 2020 at 12:10 PM

[WEBINAR TODAY] How COVID-19’s impacting schools and what needs to be done to curb education fallout

[WEBINAR TODAY] How COVID-19’s impacting schools and what needs to be done to curb education fallout Join AFT President Randi Weingarten for a discussion about COVID-19 and education, and what needs to be done now to support educators and students. View this email in your …

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

September 15, 2020 at 11:08 PM

New EPI Report: Pandemic will disrupt learning for millions of students, based on lessons from past school disruptions

New EPI Report: Pandemic will disrupt learning for millions of students, based on lessons from past school disruptions The challenges felt by millions of students tend to be far greater for low-income students, students of color, and students in rural areas, EPI found. …

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September 14, 2020 at 7:55 PM

[Webinar] How COVID-19’s impacting schools and what needs to be done to curb education fallout

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September 12, 2020 at 4:10 PM

[WEBINAR] Pandemic Poses Challenges for Students & Teachers—Lessons from past school disruptions

[WEBINAR] Pandemic Poses Challenges for Students & Teachers—Lessons from past school disruptions Join EPI today for a discussion about the state of COVID-19 and education and what needs to be done now to support educators and their students. View this email in your bro…

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

September 11, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Flashback Friday: 'As unions have weakened, inequality has widened.'

Flashback Friday: 'As unions have weakened, inequality has widened.'  Unions are a building block for an economy that works for all of us.  Friend, Take a look at this EPI …

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

September 10, 2020 at 7:01 PM

A bipartisan group of economists agree: We need pandemic aid for our cities and states.

A bipartisan group of economists agree: We need pandemic aid for our cities and states.  90,000 local governments throughout the U.S. urgently need COVID aid  Friend, This …

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September 9, 2020 at 5:10 PM

The COVID jobs toll is still high—why Congress must act

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

September 4, 2020 at 5:28 PM

Chart of the week: State-by-state collective bargaining rights

Chart of the week: State-by-state collective bargaining rights Unions have provided essential protections during the pandemic. Friend, Monday is Labor Day, a day to celebrat…

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  Kirstyn Flood, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

September 3, 2020 at 4:45 PM

We must address anti-Blackness in our society

We must address anti-Blackness in our society Together, we must work to unwind generations of systemic racism. Friend, The Black community has faced generations of racial ex…

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September 2, 2020 at 4:25 PM

Labor Day during a pandemic: Black workers are particularly vulnerable

Labor Day during a pandemic: Black workers are particularly vulnerable Black workers face a triple threat this Labor Day: COVID, economic hardship, and racial injustice …

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  Josh Bivens, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

August 29, 2020 at 1:08 PM

12 million Americans have likely lost their health insurance during the pandemic

12 million Americans have likely lost their health insurance during the pandemic The pandemic has made one thing even clearer: linking health insurance to jobs makes no sense. …

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

August 28, 2020 at 1:09 PM

Chart of the week: Latinx workers—particularly women—face devastating job losses in the COVID-19 recession

Chart of the week: Latinx workers—particularly women—face devastating job losses in the COVID-19 recession This chart to shows how the pandemic economy has undermined the job prospects of Latinx women. …

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August 26, 2020 at 4:59 PM

Latinx workers hit harder by COVID-19 than their white counterparts

Latinx workers hit harder by COVID-19 than their white counterparts COVID-19 underlines the importance of unions A note from EPI’s Kirstyn F…

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

August 21, 2020 at 6:09 PM

Chart of the week: CEO's are now paid 320 times what their typical workers earn

Chart of the week: CEO's are now paid 320 times what their typical workers earn Share this chart: American CEOs now make 320 times what the typical worker earns. Friend, Las…

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August 19, 2020 at 5:15 PM

CEO pay cuts during COVID are window dressing

CEO pay cuts during COVID are window dressing CEO pay cuts during COVID are window dressing A note from EPI’s Kirstyn Flood: As if being his…

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  Monique Morrissey, EPI Policy Center · [email protected]

August 18, 2020 at 9:20 PM

Add your name: Don't let Trump destroy the Postal Service

Add your name: Don't let Trump destroy the Postal Service Join the EPI Policy Center in demanding the U.S. Senate support the Postal Service with direct aid. Tell the U.S…

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

August 14, 2020 at 3:49 PM

Chart of the week: Doctors, who happen to be Black women, earn just 73% of what white male doctors are paid

Chart of the week: Doctors, who happen to be Black women, earn just 73% of what white male doctors are paid Yesterday was Equal Pay Day for Black women. Take a look at this chart >> …

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August 14, 2020 at 1:11 PM

[WEBINAR TODAY] Register: The Way Out Through State and Local Aid: A bipartisan panel of top economists take on the issue

[WEBINAR TODAY] Register: The Way Out Through State and Local Aid: A bipartisan panel of top economists take on the issue Join EPI today for a bipartisan panel of the nation’s top economists on actions to avoid the calamitous effects of cratering state and local revenues. …

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August 12, 2020 at 6:42 PM

Reshoring manufacturing jobs that the Trump administration couldn’t

Reshoring manufacturing jobs that the Trump administration couldn’t Rebuilding U.S. manufacturing is key to rebuilding the economy A note fr…

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  Celine McNicholas, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

August 11, 2020 at 1:07 PM

Take a look at what corporate America is doing to keep the number of unions down

Take a look at what corporate America is doing to keep the number of unions down Unions are an effective way to create a healthy middle class, but corporate America is dead-set on union busting. …

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August 10, 2020 at 7:12 PM

[WEBINAR] Register Today: The Way Out Through State and Local Aid: A bipartisan panel of top economists take on the issue

[WEBINAR] Register Today: The Way Out Through State and Local Aid: A bipartisan panel of top economists take on the issue Join EPI for a bipartisan panel of the nation’s top economists on actions to avoid the calamitous effects of cratering state and local revenues. View t…

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

August 7, 2020 at 6:39 PM

Flashback Friday: A cautionary tale from the Great Recession

Flashback Friday: A cautionary tale from the Great Recession Lessons of the Great Recession show what happens when economic stimulus is cut too soon. Friend, As the U.S. Sen…

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August 6, 2020 at 1:11 PM

[WEBINAR TODAY] Register: Let Them Eat Tweets: How the Right Rules in an Age of Extreme Inequality

[WEBINAR TODAY] Register: Let Them Eat Tweets: How the Right Rules in an Age of Extreme Inequality Join EPI today for a book discussion on Let Them Eat Tweets, followed by a panel on derailing distorted political influence and rising inequality. View this email in your bro…

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August 5, 2020 at 3:06 PM

Hits to public-sector employment will hurt Black workers, women, and veterans

Hits to public-sector employment will hurt Black workers, women, and veterans More federal aid is needed. Now. A note from EPI’s Kirstyn Flo…

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  Thea Lee, EPI Policy Center · [email protected]

August 1, 2020 at 1:08 PM

We must study reparations

We must study reparations Congress must pass legislation calling for a study on reparations. Tell Congress: It is time to call a vote on commissioning a reparations stud…

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

July 31, 2020 at 2:09 PM

Chart of the Week: Skyrocketing unemployment rates for women of color

Chart of the Week: Skyrocketing unemployment rates for women of color Take a look at this EPI chart which shows how COVID-19 has decimated the job prospects for many women of color. …

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July 30, 2020 at 3:51 PM

[WEBINAR] Register Today: Let Them Eat Tweets: How the Right Rules in an Age of Extreme Inequality

[WEBINAR] Register Today: Let Them Eat Tweets: How the Right Rules in an Age of Extreme Inequality Join EPI for a book discussion on Let Them Eat Tweets, followed by a panel on derailing distorted political influence and rising inequality. View this email in your browser …

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July 29, 2020 at 7:18 PM

Myths and facts about the $600 unemployment benefit

Myths and facts about the $600 unemployment benefit Myths and facts about the $600 unemployment benefit A note from EPI’s Kirstyn Flood: Mil…

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  Heidi Shierholz, EPI Policy Center · [email protected]

July 28, 2020 at 4:17 PM

Tell Congress: Don't change the law to protect negligent companies

Tell Congress: Don't change the law to protect negligent companies We must stop the U.S. Senate from shielding negligent companies that fail to protect employees and customers from COVID …

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

July 24, 2020 at 12:02 PM

Chart of the Week: Flashback Friday; This EPI child-care cost chart is just as true today as it was in 2016

Chart of the Week: Flashback Friday; This EPI child-care cost chart is just as true today as it was in 2016 Take a look at EPI's chart that shows the dramatic impact of wealth on children's education. …

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July 22, 2020 at 3:52 PM

It’s bad economics to fear deficits more than mass joblessness

It’s bad economics to fear deficits more than mass joblessness Don’t fear COVID debt and deficits A note from EPI’s Kirstyn Flood: The U.S. …

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  Naomi Walker, EPI Policy Center · [email protected]

July 21, 2020 at 9:11 PM

Add your name! Tell the Senate to act before millions more jobs are lost

Add your name! Tell the Senate to act before millions more jobs are lost Without Senate action, millions more people throughout our country will lose their jobs. Tell Con…

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  Eve Tahmincioglu, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

July 17, 2020 at 4:06 PM

Chart of the Week: EPI Interactive Map of state by state job loses (if jobless benefits are not extended at the end of July)

Chart of the Week: EPI Interactive Map of state by state job loses (if jobless benefits are not extended at the end of July) Friend, If Congress fails to extend the $600 week…

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July 15, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Postponed Tax Day is here: Here’s how taxes & spending impact inequality

Postponed Tax Day is here: Here’s how taxes & spending impact inequality Here’s how taxes and spending impact inequality A note from EPI…

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July 9, 2020 at 1:10 PM

[WEBINAR TODAY] Register: Reconstruction 2020: Valuing Black Lives and Economic Opportunities for All

[WEBINAR TODAY] Register: Reconstruction 2020: Valuing Black Lives and Economic Opportunities for All Join EPI today for a panel discussion on reshaping the country into one that values Black lives and bolsters economic opportunities for all. View this email in your browse…

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July 8, 2020 at 5:50 PM

Interactive map tracks job loss by state if unemployment benefits expire

Interactive map tracks job loss by state if unemployment benefits expire States will see more job loss if unemployment benefits expire A not…

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July 7, 2020 at 12:08 PM

[WEBINAR] Register Today: Reconstruction 2020: Valuing Black Lives and Economic Opportunities for All

[WEBINAR] Register Today: Reconstruction 2020: Valuing Black Lives and Economic Opportunities for All Join EPI for a panel discussion on reshaping the country into one that values Black lives and bolsters economic opportunities for all. View this email in your browser …

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July 1, 2020 at 6:09 PM

Fighting disparities AND economic collapse

Fighting disparities AND economic collapse We can both fight disparities and mitigate economic collapse A note from EPI’s Kirstyn Flood: The…

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  Thea Lee, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

June 30, 2020 at 1:08 PM

Last chance to vote for EPI!

Last chance to vote for EPI! Today is your last chance to support EPI’s movement-leading research without a donation! Today is your last chance to vote for EPI to support…

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  Thea Lee, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

June 27, 2020 at 1:09 PM

EPI needs your vote

EPI needs your vote Vote today to support EPI's research for progressive economic change. EPI’s research is providing policymakers and activists with the research they ne…

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  Heidi Shierholz, EPI Policy Center · [email protected]

June 25, 2020 at 6:46 PM

Sign if you agree! Demand Congress broaden the moratorium on evictions and provide emergency rental assistance

Sign if you agree! Demand Congress broaden the moratorium on evictions and provide emergency rental assistance We can't force people from their homes during a pandemic. T…

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June 24, 2020 at 5:52 PM

From essential worker strikes to protests against racism, it’s the summer of liberation

From essential worker strikes to protests against racism, it’s the summer of liberation The summer of liberation A note from EPI’s Kirstyn F…

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  Josh Bivens, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

June 22, 2020 at 4:53 PM

Black, Latinx, and low- and middle-income workers need safety protections and ‘hazard pay’ during the pandemic

Black, Latinx, and low- and middle-income workers need safety protections and ‘hazard pay’ during the pandemic We need your VOTE to support EPI's research for progressive economic change. …

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June 17, 2020 at 8:09 PM

Workers are fearful of coronavirus infections, but few get hazard pay

Workers are fearful of coronavirus infections, but few get hazard pay The threat of coronavirus on Black and Hispanic workers A note from EP…

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  Thea Lee, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

June 16, 2020 at 4:39 PM

Education jobs plummet; school budget shortfalls forecasted

Education jobs plummet; school budget shortfalls forecasted Your vote will help power EPI's economic research for progressive economic change. New EPI research shows that…

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June 10, 2020 at 5:11 PM

America’s racist economy

America’s racist economy George Floyd’s murder and the protests shine light on racial and economic inequalities A note from EPI’s Kirstyn Fl…

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  Thea Lee, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

June 9, 2020 at 5:33 PM

We need your vote to power EPI's research on racial inequality

We need your vote to power EPI's research on racial inequality Vote for EPI today to support the research behind the movement for progressive economic change. Exposing an…

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  Monique Morrissey, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

June 4, 2020 at 4:14 PM

Seniors have been hit hard during this pandemic

Seniors have been hit hard during this pandemic Vote for EPI today to support the research behind the movement for progressive economic change. Friend, In the midst of the p…

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June 3, 2020 at 4:08 PM

EPI's statement on the murder of George Floyd

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  Thea Lee, Economic Policy Institute · [email protected]

June 1, 2020 at 3:42 PM

Voting Begins. Support EPI today!

Voting Begins. Support EPI today! This month, the more votes the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) receives, the more funds we’ll get from CREDO! Friend, We are navigating unc…

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