For our Economic Pulse series, we’re taking a closer look at essential workers’ experiences during the height of the pandemic.

Native people are overrepresented in “essential” fields, and underrepresented in office jobs that are more likely to allow telework. 

Econ Extra Credit newsletter #72

As more companies move toward digital payments, that could create complications for employees.

Low-wage essential workers are dying at higher rates. Public health measures and vaccine distribution are needed to protect them.

With COVID-19 spreading out of control, it’s never been riskier for front-line workers.

If you are a restaurant worker in Washington, D.C., you will be eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccination in February.

The money will let agencies avoid doomsday scenarios of thousands of layoffs and drastic service cuts.

It’s up to states to decide if teachers qualify as frontline essential workers, given that they’re able to work remotely.

Those who work outside the home must often rely on family or pay for help to supervise kids.