As communities battle COVID-19, social distancing will be the new normal. But can Americans give up parades, theater, and sporting events, possibly for weeks on end?
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Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
Trump First Proposed a Payroll Tax Cut Six Months Ago
And here’s why it doesn’t make sense as an economic response to the coronavirus.
Posted inPolitics
Bernie Winning Battle of Ideas, Biden Winning Nomination
Sanders has no plausible path to the nomination, but Democrats had better embrace much of his platform if they want to win.
Posted inEconomic Policy
Let’s Get Serious About Fighting the Corona Depression
The economic impact could dwarf the 2008 collapse. We need a New Deal–scale response—and fast.
Posted inWorking in America
Will American Business Still Oppose Paid Sick Leave?
Big business claims to be moving beyond its concern solely for shareholders. This would be a good time to demonstrate that.
Posted inEconomic Policy
The Oil Collapse Raises Fears of Financial Crisis
States reliant on fossil fuels are in trouble. The financial system may be in trouble, too.
Posted inTAP
The Democrats’ Virtual Convention
Today on TAP: Democrats may not need—or want—a live convention
Posted inEconomic Policy
How to Combat the Coronavirus Recession
It is time to get serious about the economic policy response.
