After the Great Recession
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The economic recovery has yet to begin for American women, according to two reports issued this week by the Institute for Women's Policy Research (IWPR). Here, acclaimed economist Heidi Hartmann, who co-authored the analyses, explains the disturbing findings. More »
Listening to Women—Obama’s Jobs Proposal
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The jobs plan President Obama presented to Congress this week recognizes that out-of-work women need targeted help. More »
The Wealth Gap—Race Defines It, But So Does Gender
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Much has been reported on the staggering racial wealth gap in the United States, but what are the particular implications for women of color? More »
Is Wealth a Feminist Issue?
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Better paying jobs aren’t enough to ensure women’s economic stability, according to a new study. For black women and Latinas in particular, a focus on bridging the “wealth gap” rather than the pay gap may make the most sense. More »
