Tag Archives: poverty

How the U.S. Replicates Its Moneyed Elite

Despite high achievement, low-income students don’t attend elite colleges.

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Just the Facts: Nigeria’s Oil Thieves

A dangerous game plays out in Africa’s most populous nation.

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Brazil: An Object of History — or a Subject?

Brazil must act decisively to become a leader or be relegated to an object of history.

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As US Poverty Rises, So Does Number of Rich Households

Amid recovery, U.S. income inequality is still on the rise.

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Cultural Factors in the Fight Against HIV

Continued progress in HIV requires an awareness of social factors.

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American Anger and the Tea Party

A member of Britain’s House of Lords explores the sources of Tea Party anger.

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China Urbanizes

China already has over 100 cities with a population that exceeds 1 million people. What’s next?

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Emerging Consumers: A Big Turning Point

The consumer class is on the rise globally. Why is earning $10 a day a global economic pivot point?

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Celebrating India’s Independence

After 66 years of independence from colonial rule, what does India have to show for it?

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Larry Summers and A Tale of Two Harvard Professors

Why can’t a smart man like Larry Summers bring even a bit of compassion and common humanity to his economic analyses?

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