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Bryce Covert

Latest articles by Bryce Covert

The economy could lose a generation of working mothers
Covid-19

Hundreds of thousands of women have been pushed out of work during the pandemic. It’s a catastrophe that could set them — and America — back years.

By Bryce Covert
Money
PPP loans were supposed to be forgiven. Business owners say they’re still waiting.PPP loans were supposed to be forgiven. Business owners say they’re still waiting.
Money

PPP loans were meant to help small businesses during the pandemic — but for many owners, they’ve created more stress.

By Bryce Covert
Money
How bookstores are weathering the pandemicHow bookstores are weathering the pandemic
Money

Independent bookstores are doing everything they can to stay in business.

By Bryce Covert
Money
Across the country, essential workers are on strike for Black livesAcross the country, essential workers are on strike for Black lives
Money

Racial injustice and Covid-19 have collided for many essential workers. Today they’re on strike.

By Bryce Covert
“I am very scared”: What it’s like for pregnant essential workers in the pandemic
Covid-19

Across the country, pregnant workers are worried about protections and fighting for their rights.

By Bryce Covert
Money
“It’s not right”: why Uber and Lyft drivers went on strike“It’s not right”: why Uber and Lyft drivers went on strike
Money

Following Lyft’s IPO and prior to Uber’s, drivers are demanding fair wages and better treatment.

By Bryce Covert
Retail workers are more vulnerable than ever. A new campaign wants to protect their jobs.
Money

Rise Up Retail isn’t a union, but it is about worker’s rights.

By Bryce Covert
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How universal free preschool in DC helped bring moms back to workHow universal free preschool in DC helped bring moms back to work
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A new study finds universal preschool is good for parents, kids, and, potentially, the economy.

By Bryce Covert