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“Ideally, policymakers recognize that being proactive in addressing [AI worker displacement] is important if you want to maintain social cohesion in a moment of economic change,” said EG’s @jleibenluft in a new @nytimes piece out today. nytimes.com/2026/05/05/bus…

"The feeling that one is not receiving a fair piece of the pie, even as the pie gets larger, can impact the perceptions of the pie itself." @MichaelSLinden breaks down how two common recent trends about the U.S. economy may be connected. Read more ➡️ equitablegrowth.org/the-u-s-public…

The @equitablegrowth team spent the morning yesterday volunteering at Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens, planting banana trees and birds of paradise.  Great to be a part of this wonderful group!

Interested in sharing research with policymakers for real‑world impact? EG is proud to be a host org for @ASAnews Policy Outreach Program (POP) Fellowship. Applicants must have a Sociology PhD & at least 3 years of post-doctoral experience. Apply by 5/18! asanet.org/public-engagem…

3/ The U.S. economy faces headwinds from the Iran war and continued uncertainty around tariff policy. Job growth in April was uneven for import-exposed industries, as losses in transportation equipment manufacturing were offset by gains elsewhere. #JobsReport - END 🧵-

2/ The impact of AI on U.S. college graduates is still unknown, but what is clear is the weak labor market they've faced in recent years. The unemployment rate for college grads was flat in April but is more than 20% above its January 2025 reading. #JobsReport

1/ Happy #JobsReport day! - A 🧵- The U.S. labor market showed some signs of strength in April as employers added 115k jobs, concentrated in health care, transportation, and retail. Headline unemployment was flat. The quits rate, a signal of worker optimism, ticked up in March.

The recent SCOTUS decision on the Voting Rights Act highlights how changes to voting protections can shape political and economic power. This EG research from 2020 breaks down why voting access matters for economic inequality and long‑term opportunity. equitablegrowth.org/voting-rights-…

As wealth tax debates heat up — including a possible ballot measure in California — how can citizens separate fact from fiction? A thread on why taxing wealth is not only possible, but consistent with — and even necessary to restore — America's progressive tax tradition. 🧵

@jleibenluft @nytimes In a recent Equitable Growth report, @jleibenluft offers a roadmap for how policymakers can start preparing for AI worker displacement now by drawing lessons from the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program. Read more here ➡️equitablegrowth.org/research-paper…

“Ideally, policymakers recognize that being proactive in addressing [AI worker displacement] is important if you want to maintain social cohesion in a moment of economic change,” said EG’s @jleibenluft in a new @nytimes piece out today. nytimes.com/2026/05/05/bus…

A policy meant to help kids build financial security is leaving millions out. In a new @PostOpinions guest essay, #EGgrantee Stephen Roll and Jin Huang of @csdwustl make the case for automatic enrollment in Trump Accounts. Read more 🔗: washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/…

Trump Accounts were meant to be a game changer for America's kids, but parents aren't signing up. In today’s @WashingtonPost, CSD’s Jin Huang & Stephen Roll detail a fix to ensure that every eligible child can get a 530A account: washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/… #PolicyDesign #SEEDOK

This #MayDay, Equitable Growth is highlighting recent research on how unions can curb support for right-wing populism and support workers through the AI transition. Click the link below to learn more!  equitablegrowth.org/research-shows…

Thrilled to have Lily Roberts joining team @equitablegrowth as our new Vice President of Policy and Programs. Lily is a truly talented leader with deep policy expertise. I know she’ll be a fantastic addition to the team. equitablegrowth.org/press/equitabl…

(2/2) With the Fed’s independence under growing political scrutiny, Kevin Warsh will take the helm at a pivotal moment—likely signaling the start of a new era for U.S. monetary policy. equitablegrowth.org/the-federal-re…

(1/2) Trade policy uncertainty, geopolitical conflict, and competing economic pressures are complicating the Fed’s inflation decision this afternoon. Today’s FOMC meeting also marks the conclusion of Jerome Powell’s tenure as Chair, adding another layer of uncertainty.

Automation reshapes how decisions get made at work, from scheduling to performance tracking. A new union survey from @awh shows how workers experience these tools and how unions respond through contract negotiations to keep people informed and protected. equitablegrowth.org/research-paper…

WATCH 📺: “Tariffs are not a good tool for macroeconomic policy.” @CBDecon, @elenaspatel, and Carola Binder discuss how tariff uncertainty influences investment and why tariffs are not a strong tool for shaping trade outcomes. Revisit the full event ➡️ equitablegrowth.org/equitable-grow…

The Iran war is slowing U.S. economic growth. Fuel prices just saw their biggest one‑month jump since 1967, and inflation remains high. @CBDecon breaks down why this may keep interest rates elevated and what it means for the broader economy. Read more ➡️ equitablegrowth.org/why-the-iran-w…

For #EarthDay🌎, we’re spotlighting research showing how extreme heat affects workers across many industries and how stronger workplace heat standards can reduce risks, protect health and productivity, and support long‑term economic stability. Read more: equitablegrowth.org/research-on-cl…