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Unrig Our Economy Launches New Ad Campaign Holding Don Bacon Accountable for Harmful Cuts Ahead of Shutdown

The over $400,00 ad buy is running on broadcast, cable, streaming, and digital in Nebraska’s second congressional district WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the government moves towards a shutdown caused…

August 29, 2023

Congressional Democrats are Cutting Costs of 10 Life-Saving Drugs While Republicans Protect Big Pharma’s Historic Profits

Washington D.C – Today, the Biden Administration released the first ten drugs that Medicare will be able to negotiate lower prices for thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act—a major victory…

August 24, 2023

The Republican Agenda is Bad News for the American Economy

Washington D.C – Republican senators and governors debated policy last night, and all were unable to tell the American people what their plans are for the economy. In two hours, they…

August 16, 2023

Big Corporations and House Republicans Still Threaten Progress Made by the Inflation Reduction Act One Year After Passage

Washington D.C – One year ago today, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, a historic piece of legislation that has lowered costs for working people, ensured corporations…

August 15, 2023

President Biden Pushing Corporations to Pay Their Fair Share While They Lobby for More Loopholes

Washington D.C – The Washington Post reported yesterday that lobbyists representing several of the most profitable companies in the world—including AT&T, Amazon, Duke Energy, Ford, and FedEx—are trying to undermine…

August 14, 2023

After 88 Years of Supporting Millions of Americans, Social Security Still Remains Under Attack

Washington, D.C. — Today marks the 88th anniversary of the signage of the Social Security Act. Since its passage in 1935, this vital piece of legislation has impacted the lives…

August 3, 2023

Voters in Battleground Districts Believe the Middle Class is the Key to Increase Economic Growth

Washington D.C – As the Inflation Reduction Act, CHIPS Act, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act continue to be implemented, and the US economy continues to improve, reaching the lowest…

July 21, 2023

Everyday Americans Get Money Owed by Bank of America Due to Crackdown on Junk Fees

Washington D.C – This month, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which fights to ensure everyday American consumers are protected and treated fairly, took legal action against Bank of America,…

July 12, 2023

As the First Anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act Approaches, Inflation Rate Sinks to the Lowest in Two Years

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the June Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which shows that the inflation rate increased by .2% this month. This…

June 29, 2023

The Death of Trickle-Down Economics

Chicago – Today, President Biden delivered a major speech touting the economic gains and recovery made under his administration and the strengths of his economic policy, nicknamed “Bidenomics.” Fueled by…

June 12, 2023

Unrig Our Economy Statement on House Republican Effort to Revive the Trump Tax Scam

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Just weeks after bringing the country to the brink of default and risking the livelihoods of millions of working Americans, House Republicans are about to push for a…

May 31, 2023

Unrig Our Economy Statement on House Passage of Default Deal

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, just days before the default deadline, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan deal to avoid economic catastrophe. This vote comes weeks after House Republicans voted…