The corporate world has a long and often shocking history of prioritizing profit over people. Before the establishment of critical regulations, companies operated in a largely unregulated environment where worker safety, environmental responsibility, and consumer rights were often ignored. The incoming administration wants to roll back regulations, we need to make sure they don’t go…
For decades, Bernie Sanders has been warning about the dangers of wealth concentration and its impact on democracy. His recent comments about the United States becoming an oligarchy reflect not just the state of economic inequality but also the growing influence of billionaires on critical government processes. One stark example of this was President-elect Donald…
Opinion: The incoming administration, namely Musk, is considering substantial federal workforce reductions, claiming they will address budget deficits and improve efficiency. However, these cuts are poised to make life more difficult for everyday Americans while benefiting billionaires and corporations. These reductions will cripple essential public services, weaken government oversight, and leave citizens with fewer resources…
The Supreme Court’s decision to hear a challenge to California’s vehicle emissions standards could have profound consequences for the air Californians breathe. At the center of the case is California’s unique authority under the Clean Air Act to set stricter emissions standards than the federal government, a waiver granted by the Environmental Protection Agency in…
The idea of the “company store” might seem like something from a history book, but its spirit is still alive in today’s economy. Back then, companies forced workers to buy everything from their employer’s store, often at high prices. This kept workers stuck in debt and unable to leave. Today, the company store has changed…
The idea of eliminating the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is not only impractical but a serious threat to the financial security of millions of Americans. Established during the Great Depression, the FDIC has played a vital role in maintaining economic stability by insuring deposits and ensuring public confidence in the banking system. Removing this…
Reports have surfaced that President-elect Donald Trump is considering privatizing the U.S. Postal Service. The move comes as the Postal Service faces mounting financial losses, including a $9.5 billion deficit in the most recent fiscal year. Privatization proponents argue it could resolve the agency’s economic challenges, but rural Americans are likely to suffer the most….
Canada has significant tools at its disposal to respond to U.S. tariffs, particularly if such measures were imposed on Canadian goods as part of trade tensions. One of the most impactful options is leveraging its role as a key supplier of energy and natural resources to the United States, a move that could disrupt supply…
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence and automation is reshaping industries across the United States, with unionized jobs—long considered the backbone of stable employment—now facing unprecedented threats. UPS, one of the largest logistics companies in the country, is accelerating this trend through its “Network of the Future” initiative. Designed to modernize its operations, this initiative…
The proposed tariffs on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico are poised to challenge corporations further, as companies will need to adapt to rising costs with even more innovative strategies. These new tariffs will test the limits of their creativity, as the following examples show how companies have already navigated similar hurdles in the past….
