Jul 26, 2024

It’s not just what you know, it’s who you know — for kids, too

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A new study finds that children have a better chance at moving up the economic ladder if most of the adults they interact with are employed.

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Kids' upward mobility linked to how many adults around them work

by Samantha Fields

Jul 26, 2024

A new study from Harvard University and the Census Bureau suggests it's not all about your individual effort or household situation.

"It's not just all about you and your family," said the Aspen Institute's Steven Brown of children's upward mobility. "It's about neighborhoods, it's about networks."

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Election 2024

Biden White House has a lot on its economic plate before term ends

by David Brancaccio and Ariana Rosas

Jul 26, 2024

Lindsay Owens of the Groundwork Collaborative points to relief from junk fees and medical debt as well as policy fights around taxes.

President Joe Biden speaking in Chicago about his "Bidenomics" economic agenda.

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