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Business, Labor

“WHAT THE ACTUAL F***??” Abigail Disney calls out Disney for Cutting Pay for 100,000 Workers

Disney has cut pay for 100,000 in response to the Covid 19 pandemic. Abigail Disney, grand-niece of founder Walt Disney, publicly criticized the move. A $1.5 billion dividend package for investors and executives will be left intact. Continue reading “WHAT THE ACTUAL F***??” Abigail Disney calls out Disney for Cutting Pay for 100,000 Workers

Ezra PughApril 24, 2020Leave a comment
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Government, Labor

Additional 4.4 Million Americans Filed for Unemployment This Week

This is the fifth historic week for unemployment numbers, bringing the total to 26.5 million since March 14th. Continue reading Additional 4.4 Million Americans Filed for Unemployment This Week

Ezra PughApril 23, 20201 Comment
Business

Survey Finds Almost Half of U.S. Small Business Will Permanently Close Without Help Soon

A new survey finds 43% of U.S. small businesses are fighting for survival in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.
24% of businesses surveyed have already closed on a temporary basis. Continue reading Survey Finds Almost Half of U.S. Small Business Will Permanently Close Without Help Soon

Ezra PughApril 14, 20202 Comments
Opinion

The Coronavirus Proves We Need Bernie Sanders Now More Than Ever

The health insurance industry has a stranglehold on both the Democratic and Republican Parties, so much so that hardly any politicians are willing to fight for a universal healthcare system. Now, more than ever, is the time to elect Bernie Sanders. Continue reading The Coronavirus Proves We Need Bernie Sanders Now More Than Ever

Ronald DixonApril 6, 2020April 13, 2020Leave a comment
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Government, Labor

3.3 Million U.S. Workers Filed For Unemployment Last Week, Obliterating Previous Record

This figure corresponds to 2% of all U.S. workers — 1 in 50. Continue reading 3.3 Million U.S. Workers Filed For Unemployment Last Week, Obliterating Previous Record

Ezra PughMarch 26, 2020March 26, 20204 Comments
Government, International

Spain Nationalizes Private Hospitals, Declares Coronavirus Lockdown

Spain has nationalized all private hospitals in effort to contain coronavirus outbreak. The European nation also declared a state of emergency, placing the country in lockdown. Continue reading Spain Nationalizes Private Hospitals, Declares Coronavirus Lockdown

Ezra PughMarch 18, 2020Leave a comment

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