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More Americans of all political stripes support government benefits for low-income people − and Black Lives Matter could be a big reason why

Written by Karyn Vilbig, PhD Student in Sociology, New York University

A protester leads a Black Lives Matter rally in San Francisco on June 3, 2020.Josh Edelson/AFP via Getty Images

For all the apparent division over Black Lives Matter, the movement may have had a widespread and positive impact on Americans’ support for policies that help the poor.

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More Americans of all political stripes support government benefits for low-income people − and Black Lives Matter could be a big reason why

Indigenous businesses are losing millions to fraudulent firms. We need stronger oversight

Real wages have gone backwards. Even earning $100,000 isn’t what it used to be

Racing enjoys special treatment under NZ gambling laws. Why?

‘I feel I’m making a difference’: how Blak women are working to build safer workplaces

55,000 extra social housing homes are being built. But a new study shows that boom still falls short

A worker was sacked over his side hustle. Here are 5 tips for employees with second gigs

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Promoting Cyber Resilient Practices to Protect Business Continuity

ShopFully launches new app feature to simplify how Aussies shop in-store

Finding a reasonably priced new car is almost impossible. And the second hand market is not much better

Leonardo.Ai reveals new brand, expanding its creator-first platform for the next era of generative AI

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

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