January 18, 2026
“The Trump administration froze $10 billion in grant funds for child care and family assistance programs in five states because of “serious concerns about widespread fraud” in state-administered programs. All five states targeted by the freeze — California, Colorado, Illinois,… Continue Reading…
April 30, 2024
“Over time, higher costs [Inflation] and sluggish wage growth have left more Americans financially vulnerable, with many known as “ALICEs.” Nearly 40 million families, or 29% of the population, fall in the category of ALICE — Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — according to United… Continue Reading…
November 1, 2022
“…Some 72.5 million households or 40% of households will pay no federal income tax this year, down from the pre-pandemic high of 60% two years ago, according to new estimates from the Tax Policy Center. In 2021, nearly 56% of… Continue Reading…
February 16, 2022
“…As the Great Resignation sweeps the American work force, it is low-wage workers — particularly those in the service industry — who are making up a majority of the turnover. Insufficient pay, poor working conditions, pandemic burnout and the opportunity to earn… Continue Reading…
September 26, 2019
“The average total cost of employer-provided health coverage passed $20,000 for a family plan this year, according to a new survey… Annual premiums rose 5% to hit $20,576 for an employer-provided family plan in 2019, according to the yearly poll… Continue Reading…
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