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A Washington, D.C., Area Guaranteed Income Pilot Has Helped to Fill Gaps Where Federal Pandemic Aid Fell Short
The pandemic caused a financial shock for many low-income workers. One guaranteed income experiment aimed to help them restore their financial security.
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Petition for $2,000 Monthly Stimulus Checks Has 3 Million Signatures. ‘Americans Need Some Certainty,' Says Restaurateur Who Started It
Restaurant owner Stephanie Bonin started a petition for monthly payments in March 2020. Nearly two years later, the cause still resonates with many Americans.
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Fourth Stimulus Checks Not Expected as Federal Government Grapples With Omicron Surge
Covid-19 cases are rising to record levels. Yet this time around, help in the form of expanded unemployment or stimulus checks is no longer available.
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‘I'm Just So Upset.' Paid Leave Advocates React to Manchin Opposition to Build Back Better
Paid Leave for All said the plan would save jobs and lives, and could help provide West Virginians with $79 million more in their paychecks each year.
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Weekly Jobless Claims Total 206,000, Higher Than Expected and Above Pandemic Low
Initial filings for unemployment insurance totaled 206,000, above the 195,000 Dow Jones estimate and a gain of 18,000 from the previous week.
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Weekly Jobless Claims Fall to 184,000, the Lowest Level in More Than 52 Years
Initial filings for unemployment insurance totaled 184,000 for the week ended Dec. 4, the lowest going back to Sept. 6, 1969.
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Jobless Claims Less Than Expected as Labor Market Returns to Pre-Pandemic Self
Initial claims for unemployment insurance were expected to total 240,000 for the week ended Nov. 27, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.
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Social Security Retirement Claims Haven't Surged Amid Covid-19. Here's Why
Workers age 70 and over were more likely to retire amid Covid-19, and they likely already claimed Social Security retirement benefits before the pandemic began.
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Food Banks See ‘Perfect Storm' of High Demand, Inflation and Supply Chain Shortages Heading Into Thanksgiving Holiday
Last Thanksgiving was characterized by long lines for food. This year, food banks say they’re still seeing high demand, along with new economic challenges.
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Jobless Claims Little Changed in Potential Sign That Layoffs Have Hit a Plateau
First-time claims for unemployment insurance were expected to total 260,000 for the week ended Nov. 13.
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The ‘Great Resignation' Could Be an Opportunity for a Career Reboot. These Expert Tips Can Help
High quit rates and record new job openings point to an employees’ market. Here’s how to make the most of it if you want to take time out to switch careers.
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‘It's Not Over Until It's Over.' Democrats and Republicans Push for Different Paid Leave Policies on Capitol Hill
The Covid-19 pandemic has increased awareness of the need for broader access to paid leave. Democrats and Republicans disagree on how it should be implemented.
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Economic Growth Rate Slows to 2% on a Sharp Slowdown in Consumer Spending
The U.S. economy grew at a 2% rate in the third quarter, its slowest gain of the pandemic-era recovery.
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Jobless Claims Fall Again as Enhanced Pandemic Benefits Fade Away
First-time filings for unemployment insurance totaled 290,000 for the week ended Oct. 16, down 6,000 from the previous period.
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Jobless Claims Fall Below 300,000 for the First Time Since the Pandemic Began
Initial claims for unemployment insurance for the week ended Oct. 9 were expected to total 318,000.
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Jobless Claims Post Sharp Decline to 326,000, Better Than Expectations
Initial filings for jobless benefits were expected to total 345,000 for the week ended Oct. 2, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.
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These 8 Money Moves Can Help You Make Up for Lost Income
As the Covid-19 recovery continues, many Americans are looking to replace jobs or income they’ve lost. These ideas can help you revamp your strategies.
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42% of Americans Have Racked Up More Credit Card Debt Since Covid-19 Began. These Tips Can Help Get That Under Control
Covid-19 has caused financial challenges for many individuals and families. Now one survey shows many are feeling the pinch with their credit card balances.
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The Delta Variant Is Causing Many Americans to Lose Income. Here's What to Do If You're One of Them
One measure shows the delta variant is hitting some Americans’ wallets. These tips can help if you’re facing lost or reduced income now.
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AOC to Introduce Bill to Extend Pandemic Unemployment Insurance to 2022
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is calling for pandemic-era jobless aid to be extended from Sept. 6, 2021 to Feb. 1, 2022.