The Great Retirement: Who Are the Retirees?
Rodgers, William M.; Ricketts, Lowell R. (2022-01-04)
Millions of U.S. workers age 65 and older have exited the labor market during the pandemic. Who is more likely to retire?
On the Economy

Inflation, Softer Jobs Market Challenge Vulnerable Workers
Rodgers, William M.; Scott, Sophia (2023-04-20)
Persistent inflation and slower job growth may further challenge vulnerable groups, particularly LMI families and out-of-school young Black and Latino adults.
On the Economy

The Current Labor Market for Workers with a Disability
Rodgers, William M.; Ricketts, Lowell R. (2021-11-23)
People with disabilities can be a talent pool if employers reduce recruitment and workplace barriers.
On the Economy

Setting the Stage for Economic Equity in 2022
Rodgers, William M. (2022-02-15)
COVID-19 reshaped the U.S. economy. What are some ways to improve the economic security and resiliency of vulnerable workers this year?
On the Economy

Monitoring the Recovery of Vulnerable Workers and Their Families
Rodgers, William M.; Ricketts, Lowell R. (2021-10-14)
Some vulnerable workers are experiencing a job recovery at the same pace as overall workers. But trends show little headway in narrowing pre-pandemic labor gaps.
On the Economy

Understanding the Cases for Economic Equity
Rodgers, William M. (2023-03-07)
Four cases that examine the importance of economic equity suggest that greater equity could strengthen the entire economy.
On the Economy

Essay
Mental Health during the Pandemic
Kassens, Alice; Rodgers, William M. (2023-05-09)
Unemployment rates, public health policy and the severity of COVID-19 cases help explain patterns of anxiety among different groups during the pandemic.
Economic Equity Insights

Labor Day Reflections on the COVID-19 Recovery
Rodgers, William M. (2021-09-02)
The Institute for Economic Equity’s inaugural director reflects on how U.S. workers and their families are faring today compared with last Labor Day.
On the Economy

The Enduring Regional Economic Challenges Associated with the Pandemic
Rodgers, William M.; Ricketts, Lowell R. (2021-09-09)
Families in the Eighth District states are already struggling because of the pandemic. Until COVID-19 is reined in, the economic effects will likely endure.
On the Economy

ALICE Households Face Continued Challenges despite Tight Job Market
Rodgers, William M. (2023-08-22)
Four in 10 U.S. households can’t cover basic living expenses. What resources could help low- and moderate-income workers, which in turn could help U.S. productiveness?
On the Economy