by Robert Reich
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Robert Reich’s is Chancellor’s Professor of Public Policy at the University of California at Berkeley and Senior Fellow at the Blum Center. He served as Secretary of Labor in the Clinton administration for which Time Magazine named him one of the 10 most effective cabinet secretaries of the twentieth century. He has written 18 books, including
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- What the wealthy and powerful — and Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent — don’t want you to know
- My story and also America's story
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Scott Bessent Attacking ME?
Scott Bessent Attacking ME?
Doesn’t the Treasury Secretary of the United States have anything better to do than whine at a retired professor on X?
The Real Problem With the National Debt | The Coffee Klatch with Robert Reich
It seems the Trump regime’s feathers were awfully ruffled this week. One of Trump’s toadies is even going after me. Heather and I discuss that along with the state of the economy, our skyrocketing national debt, and the last gasp of the corporate Democrats. https://bit.ly/3Ud3fZN
A new movie I think you should see
Can we still talk to each other in America? And even more importantly, will anyone listen? In our new documentary, THE WORK IN PROGRESS, the film team behind THE LAST CLASS brought together 100 strangers and neighbors to engage in the kinds of conversations we don’t have enough of, talking to each other, with openness and empathy, about our feelings about America and these difficult times. The purpose is not to agree with each other about everything. That’s not how life works. But if we are …
Is 'The Lorax' Right About Our Rigged Economy?
Want to understand the mentality behind corporate greed? Just watch The Lorax.
Are We Ready for Hurricane Trump?
Trump has gutted nearly 20% of FEMA’s workforce and dragged his feet in granting natural disaster relief to blue states. With hurricane season on the horizon, it’s a perfect storm of sabotage and cruelty.
The Democratic Establishment Is Desperate
Progressive candidates aren’t just coming from out of nowhere. They’re organizing and building power by connecting with their communities. This is a good thing. And the Democratic establishment should take notes.
Can We Get Off the Poll-er Coaster? (ft. W. Kamau Bell) | The Coffee Klatch …
Can we trust any polls anymore? What’s really going on with this Kushner-backed deal to buy the Los Angeles Lakers? And what’s the deal with Trump’s wild “escape” from Turkey? Heather and special guest cohost W. Kamau Bell break it all down on this week’s Coffee Klatch. Follow my friend Kamau’s Substack: https://wkamaubell.substack.com/ And subscribe to his new podcast: @WhosWithMePod
THE WORK IN PROGRESS (A new film with Robert Reich) | Official Trailer
In early 2026, a team of filmmakers, including former Sec. of Labor Robert Reich, wondered what it would be like to invite 30- and 80-year-olds to gather in conversation about America. The idea was to visit six states in six months, convening a wide variety of mostly strangers to play a simple game: * Pull up a chair * Ask each other questions * Take the time to listen THE WORK IN PROGRESS captures candid discussions about America’s ever-evolving democracy, identity, definitions of …
The Law Big Tech Doesn’t Want You to Know About
California has the chance to rein in out-of-control corporate power — but Big Tech is spending millions to stop the plan. Here’s what you need to know.
How Bad is the Economy Right Now?
How bad is the economy right now? Based on the latest jobs report… I’m worried.
Big Money Loses Big | The Coffee Klatch with Robert Reich
A huge blow to AIPAC and Big Money in Michigan. Trump’s reflecting pool meltdown. And the brutal jobs numbers that could spell midterm doom for the GOP. Join us on a brand new Coffee Klatch to break it all down.
Who is the World's Worst Billionaire?
Bending the knee to Trump. Taking millions in corporate welfare. Shafting workers and ripping off consumers. These are just some of the many reasons for our winner on today’s episode of World’s Worst Billionaire.
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