American Indians and Alaska Natives (AIAN) have seen their employment rate and prospects in the labor market improve since the pandemic recession. In April 2020, the jobless rate for people identifying as American Indian or Alaskan Native was nearly double the overall unemployment rate. This was largely because Native workers were more likely to be employed in service jobs that were hit hardest by the pandemic and its economic effects. However, the ongoing pro-worker recovery has reduced the jobless rate for Native workers by more than 70% and has shrunk disparities in the labor market.
Oct 28 2022
The U.S. Has Added Manufacturing Jobs Across the Country During the Biden Administration
Under President Biden the U.S. has added 696,000 manufacturing jobs across the country and in key supply-chain industries.
Oct 28 2022
Economic Update - October 28, 2022
Republican leaders have made clear their plans to use debt ceiling negotiations to force cuts to Social Security and Medicare if they gain control of the House. Breaching the debt ceiling—or even threatening to breach the debt ceiling—could have catastrophic effects on the economy.
Oct 21 2022
Economic Update - October 21, 2022
Oct 19 2022
The Economic Impacts of Contraception
Over 47 million American women aged 15-49 relied on contraceptives in 2017-2019. But people of color, lower-income individuals and those without insurance can face significant barriers to accessing affordable, reliable contraceptives.
Oct 14 2022
Economic Update - October 14, 2022
There are more than 62 million Hispanic Americans living in the United States, and Hispanic workers, families and businesses serve a vital role in helping power the U.S. economy.