Voters think America’s economy stinks. There’s nothing that will change that before the election

Most voters likely don’t even follow the overall economic trends, let alone one month’s data, he said. Instead, their views on the economy are shaped by how far their dollars are stretching today ... Read More

All the Good Economic News Vindicates Bidenomics

For the rest of us, however, the good economic news confirms that you can do well while doing good, that America can prosper in the present while preparing for the future by aiding children, building ... Read More

Republicans once championed immigration in the US. Why has the party’s rhetoric – and public opinion – changed so dramatically?

Immigration has become a central issue of the 2024 presidential election for Trump and the Republicans. How did Republican rhetoric change so dramatically on the issue? Read More

Another Voice: When new immigrants are integrated into communities, the economy strengthens

Too much of the political discourse on immigration – both nationally and locally – is focused on the obstacles communities face to integrate newcomers. The reality is that once new ... Read More

Voters focus on inflation, immigration, economy ahead of presidential election

Former President Donald Trump holds a slight edge over rival Vice President Kamala Harris when it comes to the issues voters are most concerned about: inflation ... Read More

US Needs Better Immigration Policy, More Immigrants: Editorial

Clashes over immigration and control of the US border have already figured prominently in the battle for the presidency. A better policy is certainly needed — one that admits far more workers with ... Read More

The US economy could get hit by a double whammy on September 30 if 2 major negotiations aren't hammered out

September 30 could be a consequential day for the US economy if two major negotiations don't get hammered ... saw 14 Republicans join Democrats to block the bill, which is opposed by both the ... Read More

The crucial immigration discussion overlooked at the debate

Tuesday’s presidential debate, accurately reflecting voters’ priorities, spent more time on immigration and border security than any other issue except the economy. Unfortunately, post-debate ... Read More

Coalition: Immigrants needed for NE economy, communities

Members of the Nebraska Alliance for Thriving Communities maintain immigrants are vital for the state's economy and communities to thrive and stress the need for ... now they can't go to work ... Read More

Republicans defy Trump on Fed rate cut as economy cools

Donald Trump is on a collision course with his fellow Republicans ... s economic policy, and I think they need to come down,” Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri said. “I don’t want them to act ... Read More

Economy, public safety are voters' top concerns, WRAL News Poll finds

The economy was the top issue for Republicans and tied for No. 1 among unaffiliated voters. Democrats ... record on immigration: Only 7% said they support the status quo and don’t want to ... Read More

How Haitian immigrants fueled Springfield's growth

Immigrants reshape Springfield, boosting economy but ... rents that were rising in the face of higher demand, a blow to existing residents relying on them. What didn't happen, according to ... Read More