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Labor market will lose 400,000 jobs in 2013 if UI extensions expire, by Lawrence Mishel and Heidi Shierholz. November 14, 2012 “Federally funded extended unemployment insurance (UI) benefits are set to expire at the end of this year. These benefits serve two very useful public purposes. Most obviously, they provide a lifeline to the long-term …
The fiscal cliff and beyond – Principles for upcoming budget debates, by Josh Bivens. November 15, 2012 “As policymakers begin negotiations on addressing the nations fiscal challenges, it is crucial that they clearly understand the economic context of the choices they face. The Economic Policy Institute has provided analyses and recommendations for specific actions regarding …
A state-by-state analysis of income trends, by Elizabeth McNichol, Doug Hall, David Cooper, and Vincent Palacios. November 15, 2012 “A state-by-state examination finds that income inequality has grown in most parts of the country since the late 1970s. Over the past three business cycles prior to 2007, the incomes of the countrys highest-income households climbed …
Spectrum Management – FCC’s Licensing Approach in the 11, 18, and 23 Gigahertz Bands Currently Supports Spectrum Availability and Efficiency, GAO-13-78R, Nov 20, 2012 “FCC has generally ensured the availability of licenses and encouraged the efficient use of spectrum through its various regulations. Specifically, stakeholders noted that the Commission’s rules on frequency coordination, buildout requirements, …
