Jarrett Dang
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What do nurses have to say about the nursing shortage?
by
David Brancaccio
and Jarrett Dang
May 16, 2022
"There really is not a staffing shortage per se," said National Nurses United president Deborah Burger. "There's a shortage of nurses willing to put their lives and their license and patients' lives at risk."
Who is being left out of the conversation when we talk about jobs?
by
David Brancaccio
, Jarrett Dang
and Erika Soderstrom
May 4, 2022
We spoke with Alex Camardelle, director of Workforce Policy at the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, for an answer.
Pandemic-driven poverty in New York City persists amid recovery, report finds
by
David Brancaccio
, Rose Conlon
and Jarrett Dang
May 3, 2022
The report from Robin Hood and Columbia University sheds light on the enduring economic hardship faced by many New Yorkers.
Closing costs: Is there a solution to the shortage of homes?
Apr 26, 2022
The rapid rise in home prices has provided a windfall for homeowners, but rising interest rates make home-buying increasingly out of reach for renters.
How the war in Ukraine is affecting debt troubles for developing countries
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
and Jarrett Dang
Apr 25, 2022
Developing nations see worsening debt challenges due to the war in Ukraine.
How supply chain issues and inflation have started to reshape advertising
by
David Brancaccio
and Jarrett Dang
Apr 15, 2022
What's the message for brands when the stuff they're selling is either not available or more expensive?
The pandemic has worsened youth disconnection, exacerbated inequality, report finds
by
David Brancaccio
, Rose Conlon
and Jarrett Dang
Apr 5, 2022
The pandemic increased the proportion of young people who are out of work and out of school, undermining wealth, health and happiness.
Another cure for inflation? Making markets more competitive.
by
David Brancaccio
and Jarrett Dang
Apr 1, 2022
Companies facing few competitors can hike prices more easily than those in competitive markets.
Did the enhanced child tax credit really reduce household poverty?
by
David Brancaccio
, Chris Farrell
and Jarrett Dang
Mar 24, 2022
Early studies find that the enhanced credit reduced childhood poverty and food insufficiency.
Is the "hot hand" phenomenon all in our heads?
Mar 17, 2022
From basketball to investing, does success beget success?