Robert Reich
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Time to focus on jobs and growth
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Robert Reich
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
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Robert Reich
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
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Robert Reich
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'
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Robert Reich
Jun 29, 2011
How can the U.S. tackle its unemployment problem? Work on demand.
A second stimulus?
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Robert Reich
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
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Robert Reich
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
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Robert Reich
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
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Robert Reich
May 4, 2011
U.S. companies are reporting stronger than expected profits. So why is the economy lagging?
Playing partisan politics with debt
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Robert Reich
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
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Robert Reich
Apr 6, 2011
Negotiations continue to avert a government shutdown. But one agenda item is missing from the conversation.