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In a first-of-its-kind analysis, we find that though 60 percent of US adults report being aware of Trump accounts, awareness is not evenly distributed across the population.
Will the Pandemic Encourage Policymakers to Implement Stronger Workplace Protections for Independent Contractors? The crisis has drawn much needed attention to the gaps in workplace protections for millions of Americans in precarious jobs.How Policymakers Can Plan Now for a Jobs Recovery Program Early planning could bring economic security to workers, help businesses, and provide useful services to communities as the nation recovers.The CARES Act Eviction Moratorium Covers All Federally Financed Rentals—That’s One in Four US Rental Units This protection can help stabilize renters during an economically precarious time, but it doesn’t cover everyone.Stabilizing Supports for Children and Families during the Pandemic The pandemic has dealt a major blow to parents’ ability to meet their children’s basic needs.Helping Low-Income College Students Requires Action from Institutions and Policymakers The COVID-19 crisis puts into stark relief the fragility of the system for the students with most need.Unpredictable Residency during the COVID-19 Pandemic Spells Trouble for the 2020 Census Count Pandemic-based migration undermines an accurate count.