Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
Even with the economy looking up and recession worries dwindling, the cost of living continues to make the American Dream seem like just a fantasy for the majority. Economic Indicators Mislead The economy shows signs of strength with low unemployment rates and growth, but these positive indicators mask the everyday struggles of average Americans. High … Read more
In 2024, the gender pay gap is still a significant problem in the United States. This issue has far-reaching impacts across all genders and income levels. 19th Century Feminists Start the Fight for Equal Pay In the mid-nineteenth century, the first cries for equal pay rang out as early feminists fought for equality across the … Read more
Every year, millions of homes are broken into and burgled in the United States. Here’s how to keep your home from becoming a statistic. Is Your Home Vulnerable to Break-Ins? If you’ve ever wondered whether your home habits are attracting burglars, it might be time to re-evaluate your safety protocols. While home burglaries are on … Read more
An executive from a major fast food brand has spoken out against California’s recent minimum wage increase, slamming the decision and promising price hikes for food as a result. California Raises Minimum Wage for Some Workers For some fast food employees in the state of California, their paychecks are about to get a nice big … Read more
We’re used to hearing about billionaires and their lavish lifestyles, but get ready for a whole new level of wealth – the trillionaire. Oxfam’s Warning Oxfam, the charity organization fighting against poverty, says we might see the world’s first trillionaire within the next ten years. Billionaire’s Bonus in 2020 Between the years 2020 and 2021, … Read more
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has signed House Bill 4002, which will reclassify hard drug possession as a misdemeanor and establish new policies in order to address the state’s worsening addiction and overdose rates. Reintroducing Penalties Oregon Governor Tina Kotek just signed House Bill 4002, which reintroduces criminal penalties for the possession of hard drugs like … Read more
After being found guilty in a civil fraud case for inflating the value of his properties, former President Donald Trump is facing a $454 million fine. Amidst these legal battles, Trump put Truth Social on the stock market for financial backing, and the stock immediately soared past $7 billion. The Civil Fraud Case Over the … Read more
Recent survey data highlighting the state of savings accounts in the United States reveals a concerning trend. With inflation on the rise and wages struggling to keep pace, American bank balances are in a dire state. The Alarming Reality of Savings In a survey conducted by GOBankingRates, the data shower an astonishing one third of … Read more
The latest report from the Federal Reserve highlights a troubling trend: Americans are now grappling with over $1 trillion in credit debt. This staggering figure reflects a deepening financial crisis for many households across the nation. High-Interest Rates Exacerbate the Issue Bruce McClary of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling points out that credit card … Read more
As the global elite convene at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, a stark contrast emerges between the burgeoning wealth of billionaires and the financial struggles of the majority. This divide signals a critical examination of current economic systems and their impact on global wealth distribution. Surging Billionaire Wealth The world’s five wealthiest individuals … Read more