How poor are NJ cities? A snapshot of poverty in the Garden StateHow poor are NJ cities? A snapshot of poverty in the Garden Stateew Jersey's high cost of living puts extra weight on those struggling financially. Dino FlammiaDino Flammia
Will it ever be the ‘right’ time for a $15 minimum wage in NJ?Will it ever be the ‘right’ time for a $15 minimum wage in NJ?Democrats voted for a plan to raise New Jersey's minimum wage to $15 by 2021. It's likely to be vetoed, then decided by voters in a 2017 referendum.Michael SymonsMichael Symons
Tax cut for working poor added to bargaining over New Jersey gas-tax hikeTax cut for working poor added to bargaining over New Jersey gas-tax hikeThrow another tax cut into the Transportation Trust Fund mix: an increase in the earned income tax credit paid to the working poor.Michael SymonsMichael Symons