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The Opportunity Compact: Exploring the Oportunity to Earn
Publication Date: October 2008
Publisher(s): National Urban League. Policy Institute
Author(s): Mark McArdle; Renee R. Hanson; Valerie Rawlston Wilson
Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Special Collection: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Topic: Economics (Infrastructure)
Labor (Labor policy)
Social conditions (Urban conditions)
Keywords: Earned Income Tax Credit; Second chance programs; Youth job training; Urban infrastructure
Type: Report
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
This report focuses on the Opportunity to Earn, a cornerstone of the National Urban League's Opportunity Compact, and describes the current state of the economy as well as proposes several specific policy recommendations that will support working Americans and provide more economic opportunity. It also details where the Presidential candidates stand on economic policy and these recommendations.