There is a widely-held myth constructed by the right that the people who struggle to make ends meet don’t want to work. But in reality, people are working harder and harder for less and less.

Globalizing capitalism and its rising prices and wealth inequalities has a remarkable historical parallel, writes Richard Wolff. Should modern-day capitalists be guarding the Bastille?

Creating 217,000 new jobs is not a sign of economic health. Measuring the job market by quantity — with no regard for quality — devalues workers themselves.

The news is that there's really no news, despite another year when the economy was supposed to be recovering.

Thanks to our open records laws, you can find a treasure trove of information from government agencies on the Web.

Several recent studies indicates that income inequality may slow economic growth.

Volcker defends the rule -- now under siege -- that he says aims to end conflicts of interest between bankers and their customers.

Economist Robert Kuttner and journalist Matt Taibbi join Bill to discuss fading hopes for substantial Wall Street reform.

With Americans still facing rising unemployment, foreclosures and declining property values, the renowned economist talks about getting help for the middle class.