Chris Mufarrige ran a ‘buy here, pay here’ used-car business; the Trump administration wants to quickly install him at the nation’s top consumer protection regulator.
Economic Policy
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The New Wave Democrats
Many come to Congress from previously Republican terrains, but all our terrains suffer the same economic problems.
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Corporations Are Pretending to Reform Themselves
Since the election, corporations have been trying to avoid regulatory crackdowns by claiming they will change their ways.
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The Asymmetric Campaigns of 2026
Democrats’ strategy has been to run on the economy. Republicans’ strategy has been to suppress or negate the vote.
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As the Midterms Wrap Up, One Maine Business Keeps Calm and Carries On
Tariffs, war, and high fuel prices make life difficult for a small clothing manufacturer.
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The Deeper Affordability Crisis
The problem isn’t just Trump-induced inflation. For ordinary working people, living standards have been dwindling for decades.
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Saving Social Security
While they’re at it, Democrats can make the program even better and shame Republicans who resist.
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Robert Rubin, Faux Statesman
His seemingly high-minded piece in the Times is a reminder of who really governs.
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A Perfect Economic Storm
If Trump needed one more calamity less than three weeks before the election, the financial house of cards is tottering.
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In Nebraska, Pete Ricketts Was a Data Center’s Best Friend
Hyperscaler companies enjoyed $836 million in tax breaks from one law he signed as governor. Now, he’s been forced to defend that record.