The legislation’s sponsor acknowledges that even the $80 million effort won’t meet the state’s ‘immense need.’
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Jerome Powell: U.S. economy remains solid, but rural towns aren’t feeling the effects
The Fed chairman stresses that poorer communities need extra tools to bolster businesses and talent.
Our View: Democrats should work with Trump on trade
A new NAFTA would be worth it if it has strong labor and environmental protections.
Leonard Pitts: Next time there’s a shutdown, let’s redistribute the pain
Forcing people to work without pay is simply, inarguably and fundamentally wrong.
Kathleen Parker: ‘Let them eat cake’ attitude comes from the very rich
Businessmen like Wilbur Ross and Donald Trump see people more as commodities than human beings.
Maine Voices: Should we exalt a few at the expense of the many or exalt everyone as much as possible?
It’s past time to reaffirm our commitment to create a society for the ages.
Dana Milbank: How Donald Trump is a modern-day Martin Luther King Jr.
Yes, you read that right.
Letter to the editor: Portland needs comprehensive plan to address homelessness
Without one, there will be a never-ending demand for larger shelters.
What dirt in Brooklyn tells us about the class struggle in the U.S.
Researchers build a case for how rising land values tend to reinforce existing divides.
Idea of 70% tax on wealthiest Americans has Davos abuzz
The suggestion by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has its share of critics.