Identity Politics Are Part of the Solution to Inequality, Not Part of the Problem
In this research spotlight, a study by Leslie McCall and her coauthor, Ann Shola Orloff, calls for examining the connections among different dimensions of inequality.
How Bad Government Contributes to Inequality
In this research spotlight, a study by Bilyana Petrova shows how corruption and inefficiency obstruct the supply side of redistribution.
Social Mobility is Twice as Great in Canada as in the United States
In this research spotlight, a study by Miles Corak and colleagues of differences within the United States and Canada suggests why U.S. mobility is lower than in other rich countries.
How Strong Is the Safety Net in the United States? It Depends on Where You Live
In this research spotlight, a study by Janet Gornick and colleagues focuses attention on a seldom-discussed axis of inequality in the US: variation in social safety net policies across states.