Reflections in that rain puddle

Another persuasive, data oriented article that refutes the conservative claim that OSHA regulations/standards lead to unbearable costs upon the economy.

A major argument by conservatives is that EPA rules/regulations have a terrible impact on economic development. These report from the EPI shows that the argument is not supported by the evidence. Important, especially if facts are more important than propaganda.

The Economic Policy Institute has released an important study of health insurance costs between 1999 and 2009. Should provide an important context for the debate on health insurance reform.

Investing in America’s Economy is an important report for the ongoing discussion of how to gain control of the U.S. economy and the Federal budget.

Child poverty increases.

Quite an interesting article on the impact of the recession on poverty in the U.S.

Economic Policy Institute has released its report on the “Lost Decade.” Noteworthy and bleak.

The Economic Policy Institute has an interesting report on the impact of Federal government intervention on unemployment.