By Rachel Goldfarb, originally published on Next New Deal
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Joseph E. Stiglitz Calls for Fair Taxes for All (Moyers & Company)
Roosevelt Institute Chief Economist Joseph Stiglitz discusses his paper on overhauling the tax system to combat inequality and strengthen the U.S. economy.
Seven Key Takeaways From Joseph E. Stiglitz’s Tax Plan for Growth and Equality (Moyers & Company)
The Moyers team provides an overview of Stiglitz's plan for corporate tax reform, which would encourage domestic job creation, rein in the financial sector, and more.
How Local Governments Are Using Their Purchasing Power to End Sweatshop Labor (The Nation)
Michelle Chen looks at how cities can use "sweatfree" contract guidelines for purchases like police uniforms to push for fair labor standards around the world.
Stay-at-Home Parenting Is on the Rise Because Mothers Can’t Find Work (Pacific Standard)
When mothers can't find work that covers the cost of child care, they may be forced to stay at home rather than choosing for themselves, says Erin Hoekstra.
Opportunity's Knocks (WaPo)
Eli Salsow profiles Tereza Sedgwick as she studies to becoming a nursing aide, and looks at why the fastest-growing job in the country doesn't offer a clear root out of poverty.
New on Next New Deal
Summer Academy Fellows Come Together for the Fight Against Inequality
Roosevelt Institute | Campus Network Training Director Etana Jacobi explains how the Summer Academy program prepares students to engage in the biggest policy debates of the day.