Headlines are abuzz with “labor shortage” stories. As a result, 18 Republican governors ended emergency unemployment benefits, claiming unemployment and stimulus payments are to blame. Convenient political calculus? Yes, but the math doesn’t add up. https://t.co/VLLTrnKxV6
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Struggling to get back to work due to a lack of affordable child care? It's time we do better for workers and parents. #Careinfrastructure is foundational to a thriving society. When we invest in care work we invest in a stronger economic recovery for all.https://t.co/j4cSrcAbfz
While the gradual reopening of the economy has some sectors beginning to rebound, the COVID Recession isn’t over — not by a long shot. What will it take to see a lasting recovery? Congress must invest in the nation’s infrastructure. https://t.co/F0n3aNv6xT
State of Working Washington
May 26, 2021
Washington’s Economy is (Slowly) Adding Jobs, but an Equitable Recovery is a Long Way Off
To rebuild, we need to create good jobs, eliminate structural barriers to employment, and value caregiving
Blog Feed
December 22, 2020
A Bright Spot in 2020 for Washington State
The successes and lessons learned in Washington's first year implementing Paid Family and Medical Leave
An Inclusive Economy
December 18, 2020
The Governor’s Budget Takes First Steps Towards an Equitable Recovery – Now Let’s Go Further
We will need bolder stimulative investments, using additional progressive revenue sources to meet the moment
An Inclusive Economy
November 20, 2020
We Can Invest in Us
Progressive Revenue to Advance Racial Equity
November 6, 2020
The Will of the People Prevails
Today beckons toward a better future in our country
Higher Education
November 6, 2020
Investments in Higher Ed Are Investments in a Stronger Future
Provide students with hope for a brighter future
Research Feed
Washington’s Economic Recovery is Slowing
WIth fewer jobs being added each month, public health measures -- and government rescue and relief -- are crucial to get our economy moving
COVID-19 Toolkit: Building a Brighter Future for Washington
The policy solutions we need to emerge from this crisis with a stronger state and economy
State of Working Washington
The Wealth Divide: It’s Not Race vs. Class — It’s Both
Bold policy choices can address gaps between (and within) racial/ethnic groups
State of Working Washington
Unemployment Drops — but 200,000 Jobs are Still Missing
Washington's underlying economic problems won't be fixed without strong rescue and relief