Republicans Suddenly “Concerned” About Inequality
Instead of their usual diatribe about class warfare, or denying the existence of inequality, Republican leaders are suddenly talking up income inequality and poverty. However, it should probably come as no surprise that this is little more than lip-service. GOP leaders still oppose real reforms like raising the minimum wage, increasing taxes on the wealthy, reining in excessive CEO pay, reinstating the estate tax, free community college, paid sick leave, and affordable child care… Read more…