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"Millions of people anchored by the weight of student loan debt are drowning in pursuit of the American Dream."

"Credit Card Reform Act" Will Put the Brakes on Wild Interest Rate Hikes, Changes in Terms of Agreements and Extreme Penalties

Chief of Programs at Demos, Angela Hanks on Black employment in this jobs report, wage growth, and the Fed rate hike - what damage that could do to the economy. 

Redefining Economic Growth: Building A People's Prosperity

Demos President Taifa Smith Butler joins Colin to discuss Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, the Biden administration's economic agenda, and extremist attacks on education.

Demos President Taifa Smith Butler joins Colin to discuss Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, the Biden administration's economic agenda, and extremist attacks on education.

A fireside chat on why our economy is gaslighting us and how to build a better future   

New York, NY — American families are using credit cards to bridge the gaps created by stagnant wages and higher costs of living and balances have grown dramatically since 1989, according to a new report published today by Demos. Borrowing to Make Ends Meet: the Rapid Growth of Credit Card Debt in America documents the disturbing trends in sky-rocketing credit card debt, and also provides detailed data based on age, race and income demographics.

Dēmos and New Economy Project explore how public banking can expand opportunities for communities of color to build shared generational and community wealth.