Unaffordable US Housing

The Guardian concisely describes the situation. “Nearly half of American workers do not earn enough to rent a one-bedroom apartment, Continue reading →

Popular Posts 2019

PretendingNotToPanic.com is a blog based on “news for people who are eager and anxious about the future“; with additional constraints Continue reading →

Data That Matters August 2016

Every $1 increase in the US minimum wage there would be 518 fewer pre-natal deaths. Total nonfarm payroll employment rose Continue reading →

Higher Minimum Wages Saves Lives

“One recent study found that if every state in the country had bumped up its minimum wage by one dollar Continue reading →

Data That Matters May 2016

Up to 47% of jobs are considered at high risk of automation. From 2009 to 2014 cities attracted 3.6% more Continue reading →

Higher Wages Lower Crime

This may sound like a Duh! moment, but the data are finally available. Raising the minimum wage decreases crime. When Continue reading →

Minimum Wage Increases Work

Seattle has been a testing ground for raising the minimum wage. Debates were put aside and the wages were raised. Continue reading →