Economic Hardship

The $1 Trillion Student Loan Debt Bubble: An Interview With Robert Applebaum

Brett Greene | Posted 01.09.2012

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Brett Greene

After writing an article on forgiving student loan debt as a way to stimulate the economy I was alerted to the fact that Robert Applebaum has a websit...

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Peter S. Goodman

"Everyone Is Hurting:" In American Suburbs, Poverty Soars

HuffingtonPost.com | Peter S. Goodman | Posted 12.13.2011

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EDGEWATER, Colo. -- Before the unraveling, Selena Blanco and her family felt secure in their hold on middle class life in this bedroom community just ...

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Home Alone

Earl Martin Phalen | Posted 08.08.2011

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Earl Martin Phalen

We live in a country filled with curious and creative children. Let's make a commitment to ensure that none of our youngsters are left without activities that will support their growth and development.

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Last Words From the Vanishing Middle Class

Francine Hardaway | Posted 05.25.2011

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Francine Hardaway

I personify the vanishing middle class. When I started my business in 1980, I had a pretty good life. Twenty-five years later, my standard of living has totally deteriorated.

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