Those at the top would do better with a smaller share of a booming economy that elicits a positive politics than they will do with an ever-larger share of an anemic economy that fuels the politics of anger. Robert Reich anemicangerboom share on social
A lot of attention has been going to social values - abortion, gay rights, other divisive issues - but economic values are equally important. Robert Reich abortionattentiondivisive Change image and share on social
As income from work has become more concentrated in America, the super rich have invested in businesses, real estate, art, and other assets. The income from these assets is now concentrating even faster than income from work. Robert Reich americaartasset share on social
The only way back toward a democracy and economy that work for the majority is for most of us to get politically active once again, becoming organized and mobilized. Robert Reich activebackdemocracy Change image and share on social
America's real business leaders understand unless or until the middle class regains its footing and its faith, capitalism remains vulnerable. Robert Reich americabusinesscapitalism Change image and share on social
The job creators are members of America's vast middle class and the poor, whose purchases cause businesses to expand and invest. Robert Reich americabusinessclass Change image and share on social
The monied interests are doing what they do best - making money. The rest of us need to do what we can do best - use our voices, our vigor, and our votes. Robert Reich interestmakemoney Change image and share on social
Over the long term, the only way we're going to raise wages, grow the economy, and improve American competitiveness is by investing in our people - especially their educations. Robert Reich americancompetitivenesseconomy Change image and share on social
True patriotism isn't cheap. It's about taking on a fair share of the burden of keeping America going. Robert Reich americaburdencheap Change image and share on social
Only if everyone buys insurance can insurers afford to cover people with preexisting conditions or pay the costs of catastrophic diseases. Robert Reich affordbuycatastrophic Change image and share on social
