Economy & Markets

Wisconsin's Crowley Navigates 'Moderate' Label Amid Progressive Policy Record as Governor Race Looms

The Milwaukee County executive, cast as the mainstream Democratic alternative to socialist Francesca Hong, has backed racial-equity budgeting tools and carbon-neutrality goals similar to his primary opponent's climate agenda.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, August 25, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

Wisconsin Democratic Gubernatorial Nominee David Crowley Faces Scrutiny Over Policy Positions Labeled As Moderate

Milwaukee County executive who defeated progressive Francesca Hong in primary has embraced racial equity budgeting tools and carbon-neutrality goals similar to his opponent's platform.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

Workers in China Adapt to AI's Growing Impact on Jobs as Some Face Displacement

About half of Chinese industrial enterprises now use AI, up from under 10% two years ago, reshaping the labor market.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Economy & Markets

Workers in China Navigate Job Anxiety as AI Reshapes the Labor Market

China's rapid AI adoption, backed by government policy, has pushed some workers out of jobs while others seek new opportunities using the same technology.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Economy & Markets

Vance Defends Canada Trade War During Maine Visit; Collins Skips Rally

The vice president's remarks come as Sen. Collins has emerged as a leading Republican critic of the administration's tariff policies against Ottawa.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Economy & Markets

Proposal Calls for State Department Economic Security Intelligence Reports to Counter China, Authoritarian Coercion

Advocates say annual reports would help the US identify and mitigate systemic economic risks from state adversaries, though critics question whether this duplicates existing intelligence efforts.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

AOC's Modern Monetary Theory Ideas Continue Influencing Democratic Economic Debate

Progressive economic framework gaining traction among younger Democrats despite criticism from mainstream economists.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

US-Canada Tariff Dispute Escalates as Businesses on Both Borders Sound Alarm over Trade War Fears

Small manufacturers and cross-border suppliers in Michigan, Ontario, and across the Great Lakes region warn that new tariffs could force layoffs and closures within months.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

Inside the 72 Hours That Cratered the US-Canada Trade Deal

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer had been in intensive negotiations with Canadian officials for more than a week before talks broke down, according to reports.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 23, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

Pence Says 'Last Thing' US Economy Needs Is Trade War With Canada

Former vice president warns American businesses and consumers bear the cost of tariffs as trade tensions with northern neighbor persist.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 23, 2026 · 3 min read