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A new nonprofit thinks that by diversifying our middle-income earners, we can create a path to prosperity for Philadelphians of all income levels
By Malcolm Burnley
Diversify the Construction Industry
OIC of America’s CEO ran a successful program to open high-paying construction jobs to more people in Minnesota. Now, he’s running the same playbook in Pennsylvania
By Courtney DuChene
Can Worker Co-ops Fix Our Busted Democracy?
City Councilmember Nic O’Rourke wants Philly to promote more democratically-run businesses as a way out of today’s political and economic doldrums
By Malcolm Burnley
“A Pathway Into Wealth”
Hopeworks and other local programs are training Philadelphians for jobs in the growing healthcare industry while creating financial stability — and mobility
By Jessica Blatt Press
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of … Less Work?
A 32-hour workweek could become a calling card for Philly, boost the economy, and improve mental health, says the founder of 4 Day Philly
By Malcolm Burnley
Time for Shapiro to Ditch Corporate Welfare and Cut Red Tape
A policy analyst for the state’s free market think tank on how to grow Pennsylvania’s stagnant economy
By Elizabeth Stelle
More Worker-Owned Businesses
How about a workplace where you share the wealth with your co-workers — including your boss? Pittsburgh, Boston and other cities are helping local businesses become employee-owned, with benefits for all
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
¿Qué Plan Económico es Mejor Para los Latinos?
Los votantes latinos se encuentran en uno de los bloques más importantes en uno de los estados más importantes este año–y están muy preocupados con el futuro de la economía. Aquí explicamos las propuestas de Trump y Harris y cómo pueden afectarlos.
By Cristian Salazar
Is This The Greatest U.S. Economy Ever?
And if so, why don’t more Americans feel it? Moody’s Chief Economist Mark Zandi, a Malvern resident, on which presidential candidate bodes better for our financial future
By Malcolm Burnley
A Jobs Program that Works
The West Philadelphia Skills Initiative helped nearly 2,000 Philadelphians find work. Now, with a large grant from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the organization is expanding and rebranding to connect more Philadelphians with skills, jobs and career opportunities
By Courtney DuChene