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If the Supreme Court’s plan to overturn Roe is pro-child, where is the help to alleviate child care costs?
The impending cancellation of abortion rights should also serve as a reminder that Washington and most US states offer little support for child care. Read more
If the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, what happens next?
A number of states have laws that would “trigger” an abortion ban if the decision were overturned. Read more
Some economists say a recession is inevitable. Should you pay off your mortgage now? Consider these factors first.
Financial experts generally recommend paying off debt before an economic downturn, but mortgages can be an exception. Read more
The decline in the US birth rate has rebounded since the early days of the pandemic
New working paper sheds light on COVID-related ‘baby bust’ and surprisingly rapid recovery. Read more
“He has a greedy daughter”: I want to leave my house to my daughter, but I would also like to continue to receive income from my husband’s properties if I die before him
“Is a will enough? What if I predecease my husband and he writes a new will? Read more
10 Best Hybrids For Under $30,000
Hybrid cars are a great choice for family trips or long daily commutes, and they save gas. Read more
To protect your privacy, here’s how to limit tracking and data collection with a few simple device settings
Here’s a quick guide on how to set limits on location tracking and limit other data mining by changing a few settings on your phone and social media sites. Read more
Americans have reduced their credit card debt since the pandemic, but inflation could reverse the trend
Over the past few years, credit card balances have been paid off and delinquent accounts have become less common, but those gains could evaporate as inflation soars. Read more
It’s time to stop putting off college; here are all the reasons why (1.2 million, to be exact)
If you haven’t enrolled or re-enrolled in college during the pandemic, this fall is the time to get back on the path to higher education. Read more
How American politics created a tribal culture on moral issues: “40 years ago, if I told you that this person supports abortion, you couldn’t tell what he thinks about taxes, health care and of immigrants”
New research explores why political parties have become more polarized and how the wealthiest Americans can afford to vote on moral issues. Read more
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