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Emily Stewart

Emily Stewart

Former Senior Correspondent

    Latest articles by Emily Stewart

    Politics
    The essential worker trapThe essential worker trap
    Politics

    It’s hard to get unemployment benefits if you’ve been deemed “essential.”

    By Emily Stewart
    Politics
    The White House signals a pause on coronavirus aid, even as the economic situation becomes more urgentThe White House signals a pause on coronavirus aid, even as the economic situation becomes more urgent
    Politics

    Taking a timeout on economic relief is a risk the country can’t afford.

    By Emily Stewart
    Technology
    Truly, what is up with Elon MuskTruly, what is up with Elon Musk
    Technology

    Elon Musk declared he’s selling all his possessions, and Tesla’s stock price dropped 10% in a matter of minutes.

    By Emily Stewart
    Politics
    Elizabeth Warren is the favored VP pick among Democrats, poll showsElizabeth Warren is the favored VP pick among Democrats, poll shows
    Politics

    Warren ranks above Kamala Harris, Amy Klobuchar, and Stacey Abrams as a preferred running mate for Joe Biden.

    By Emily Stewart
    Politics
    30 million Americans have lost their jobs in 6 weeks30 million Americans have lost their jobs in 6 weeks
    Politics

    Millions of Americans are out of work amid the coronavirus crisis, and we still don’t know the full picture.

    By Christina Animashaun and Emily Stewart
    Explainers
    Why the US shouldn’t let states go bankruptWhy the US shouldn’t let states go bankrupt
    Explainers

    No, states shouldn’t go bankrupt. Yes, they have to deal with their budgets — and need federal help to do so.

    By Emily Stewart
    Are new unemployment benefits too generous? The debate, explained.
    Explainers

    An extra $600 a week for people who lost their jobs is a decent deal for those who can get it. But it leaves essential workers asking: What about me?

    By Emily Stewart
    “Hair can wait”: A stylist on what it’s like to go back to work in Georgia
    Money

    The coronavirus crisis isn’t over. This Georgia hairstylist has to go back to work anyway.

    By Emily Stewart
    Essential workers are taking care of America. Are we taking care of them?
    Politics

    Essential workers share their pandemic stories.

    By Emily Stewart
    Politics
    “I’m being forced to choose between my health and my job”: Georgia’s controversial reopening plan, explained“I’m being forced to choose between my health and my job”: Georgia’s controversial reopening plan, explained
    Politics

    Georgia’s governor is determined to reopen the state’s economy, ready or not.

    By Emily Stewart