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Robert Reich

Latest Stories (31)

Time to focus on jobs and growth

Aug 10, 2011
Commentator Robert Reich says Washington's focus on debt and deficits will not cure what really ails the U.S. economy.

Downgrading the credit agencies

Jul 27, 2011
There could be reason to worry even if Washington reaches agreement and the debt ceiling is lifted.

Putting Americans back to work

Jul 13, 2011
The debt ceiling debate is dominating the headlines. But there's something else more important to this economy.

'It's the demand side, stupid'

Jun 29, 2011
How can the U.S. tackle its unemployment problem? Work on demand.

A second stimulus?

Jun 15, 2011
June Gloom could be one way to describe the current economic climate. So what can be done?

Conflict of interest: Contractors and their political spending

Jun 1, 2011
It is no secret that companies spend money lobbying Congress. But there's a new wrinkle to the relationship between corporations and federal money.

The new lending way

May 18, 2011
Understanding the U.S budget means taking a look at a change in the way the government is financed.

Corporate profits don't translate

May 4, 2011
U.S. companies are reporting stronger than expected profits. So why is the economy lagging?

Playing partisan politics with debt

Apr 20, 2011
Congress and the White House are engaged in a new debate about raising the U.S. debt limit.

Raise taxes on the rich

Apr 6, 2011
Negotiations continue to avert a government shutdown. But one agenda item is missing from the conversation.