The July employment report delivered a sobering picture of the U.S. labor market
Social Mobility
A core promise of America is the ability of people to rise up from humble beginnings. The challenges faced by lower- and middle-income Americans today are multidisciplinary in nature, and require our renewed focus. Job and wage growth are essential; in particular, Americans need access to more blue-collar work and other jobs that don’t require a college degree. Our employment and welfare policies should encourage work, family formation, and income security. Paid family leave can help strengthen families at their times of need.
All Social Mobility
A recent EO could initiate a policy shift to implement better solutions for chronic social ills
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While the headline numbers suggest stability, the underlying dynamics point to a more complex picture
With the Sword of Damocles dangling overhead, Republicans prevented a massive tax hike and advanced important reforms - but left much more work to be done.
FREOPP continues to inform discussions about how policy changes affect American families
A pathway forward
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