Private Fortunes vs. Public Education
Could the rich people-friendly tax tide now be turning?
New Donor-Advised Fund Tech Raises Old Concerns
An emerging payment processing firm advertises itself as a frictionless philanthropy aid. Its use may compromise donor privacy and impose additional costs.
What Could Our Working Charities Do With $339 Billion? Let’s Find Out.
Simple changes to outdated laws would generate groundbreaking funding for working charities — along with hundreds of millions in tax revenue.
Why We Need a Four-Day Workweek
Shortening the workweek reprioritizes the well-being of workers, addresses economic inequality, and aligns work with the needs of the modern era.
Revenge of the Sovereignistas
Reports of the death of nationalism are greatly exaggerated.
Feeling Subscription Fatigue? You’re Not Alone.
In the digital era, companies use subscriptions to make you rent things you used to be able to buy. Federal regulations — and public libraries — can help.
The Troubling Trend of State Takeovers of Public Schools
Despite aiming to close achievement gaps, state takeovers of school districts worsen education inequality for low-income and minority students.
In Praise of Refugee Athletes Competing at the Olympic Games
Providing world-class athletes dispossessed from their homes a chance to compete in the Olympic games is a gift—to them and their communities, and to the rest of us watching and cheering them on. But at the end of the day, the need for such a team speaks to our failure.
Sonya Massey’s Murder is a Reminder That Domestic and Foreign Violence Are Intertwined
In mourning her death, we must not ignore the urgent call to action to end militarism in all forms.
The Secret to Dodging Taxes in America: Be Rich
From every angle, the richest among us continue to control our U.S. tax policy.
