It is said that the rich and poor will always be among us — but nowhere is it written that the middle class is a sure thing. Even in this country of grand egalitarian aspirations — where the common yeoman (neither rich nor poor) has been hailed from 1776 forward as America's...See more

What's Killing America's Middle Class?

It is said that the rich and poor will always be among us — but nowhere is it written that the middle class is a sure thing.Even in this country of grand egalitarian aspirations — where the common yeoman (neither rich nor poor) has been hailed from 1776 forward as America's greatest strength — the U...

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Jan 12 2018 · 11:42 PM

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