“benefits” Charts
Workers w/ Family Member Enrolled in Public Program »
In a recent New Yorker magazine article, they cited a recent study that over 50% of the fast-food workers require…
Fast Food Wages: Poverty Regardless of Age/Education »
The majority (53 percent) of workers in fast-food are adults (21 and older) with a high school degree or more,…
Amount of paid paternity leave fathers seek from employers »
The Boston College Center for Work & Family surveyed over 1,000 fathers about their experiences with and attitudes about paternity…
Obamacare Goal Falls Short »
Luckily, there's still one more week to sign up for affordable health care. Click to read the article to find…
The Future Of Social Security: What Will The Benefits Be? »
A recent Pew poll revealed that Americans harbor a significant level of skepticism toward the future of Social Security. The…
Our Most Promising Energy Sources »
Which of the world's energy sources shows the greatest potential? According to a recent Harris Interactive poll, Americans place a…
Americans Want Maternity Leave Options... Who Wouldn't? »
President Obama has expressed support for providing American workers with more benefits such as mandatory paid sick and maternity leaves.…
Reaping What You Sow: The Benefits Of Self-Employment »
When it comes to owning your own business, there is nothing more rewarding than being the boss. In a recent…
Trends in military compensation »
Military compensation per active duty service member rose by 42 percent between 2001-2012, though the active duty force grew by…
Congress Needs to Extend Emergency Unemployment Insurance »
1.3 million Americans lost unemployment benefits once 2014 began--we can't let them lose anymore.
Jobless Workers Face a Bleak Holiday »
This time of year, many jobless workers and their families face a difficult and uncertain holiday season. Unless Congress acts…
Time to Carve Turkey, Not SNAP »
For over 22 million low income families, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides support to ensure access to food.…
15 recommendations for getting people back to work »
The labor market remains badly damaged from the Great Recession. In November 2013, the labor force participation rate was 63…