Tag #Economic Inequality

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Piketty Advocates for Open Borders, Linking Immigration to Public Service Funding

In a discussion about open borders, Piketty argues that sufficient funding for public services could alleviate the need for restrictive immigration policies, criticizing the current approach as morally unacceptable and economically inefficient.

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44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Spain's Private Universities Outpace Public Institutions Amidst Funding Crisis

The number of private universities in Spain is nearing the number of public universities due to increased private enrollment (up 368% since 1998), driven by underfunding of public universities, grade inflation, and better perceived employability of private graduates.

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52% Bias Score

Quality Education
kathimerini.gr
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Greece: Government Rejects Holiday Bonus Reinstatement Amidst Economic Growth

For seven months, Greece's Association of Judges and Prosecutors has unsuccessfully sought a meeting with the Ministry of Finance to reinstate holiday bonuses for public sector employees and retirees, citing a lack of governmental respect and social injustice amidst economic growth; the government's...

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56% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Social Security Changes Spark Anxiety Among Iowa Seniors

In North Liberty, Iowa, concerns about Social Security are growing as the agency faces staff cuts, increased wait times, and new identity verification rules, impacting millions of recipients, including Anne Bacon, who relies on the benefits for her brother's care.

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48% Bias Score

No Poverty
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EU Pay Transparency Directive Faces Opposition, Potentially Costing Women Billions

The EU's 2023 gender pay gap of 12% is targeted by the Pay Transparency Directive, facing opposition from business groups seeking exemptions for companies with 100–250 employees, potentially costing women €4.8–€7.2 billion annually according to the ETUC, while salary transparency in job postings rem...

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44% Bias Score

Gender Equality
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Global Digital Divide: 2.6 Billion Offline, Hindering Growth and Equity

A new report by ISPI and Deloitte reveals that 2.6 billion people lack internet access, severely impacting economic growth and social equity, particularly in low-income countries where only 27% of the population is online, hindering access to essential services, finance and creating significant gend...

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28% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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High Demand for New Essex Community Supermarket Amidst Cost-of-Living Crisis

A new community supermarket, the Braintree Hub, opened in Essex to address the soaring demand caused by the cost-of-living crisis, offering discounted groceries to its members and highlighting the significant financial struggles faced by many.

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48% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Dutch Youth Financial Health Deteriorates Amidst Rising Costs

Deloitte's 2024 survey reveals only 12% of 18-24 year olds in the Netherlands have good financial health, down from 18% in 2023, due to lower wage increases and rising living costs, while overall household financial health improved slightly.

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44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Spain's Economic Reality: A Contradiction of Official Claims

Under Spain's socialist-communist government, citizens face declining living standards, with lower GDP per capita than in 2018, nearly double the EU average unemployment rate, and high poverty rates despite government claims of economic success.

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60% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Collingwood's Boom: Luxury Condos Fuel Housing Crisis

Collingwood, Ontario, a former shipbuilding town, has experienced explosive growth fueled by luxury condominium development, leading to a severe housing affordability crisis that disproportionately affects long-term residents while enriching others.

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52% Bias Score

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Food Insecurity Impacts 29% of Swedish Single-Parent Families

A study by four Swedish organizations, including the Red Cross, reveals that 29% of single-parent families struggle with food security due to inflation, high household debt, and rising food prices, disproportionately affecting children's access to education and social activities.

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28% Bias Score

Zero Hunger
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Russia's Poverty Rate Hits Record Low of 7.2% in 2024

Russia's poverty rate hit a record low of 7.2% in 2024, according to government data, driven by increased minimum wage and social benefits like the Unified Social Allowance. The subsistence minimum, used to define poverty, was around 15,500 rubles in 2024.

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36% Bias Score

No Poverty

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