The Hidden Economic Toll of America's First Anti-Immigration Law
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The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 triggered widespread expulsion of Chinese residents from Western communities, leading to significant economic decline. New research reveals how this discriminatory legislation's impacts resonated through local economies for decades, serving as a cautionary tale about prejudice-driven immigration policy.
Rising Healthcare Costs Trigger Job Losses and Economic Ripple Effects Nationwide
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A landmark study reveals how increasing healthcare prices are causing widespread job cuts and wage reductions across the US, with middle and lower-income workers most affected. Hospital mergers emerge as a key driver, with a 5% price increase leading to hundreds of lost jobs and millions in reduced wages.