Dossier
American families
Coverage of American families in the Nexus archive.
- How taxes on groceries are driving American families to hunger
The article argues that taxes on groceries are contributing to hunger in America, framing the issue as a result of policy choices rather than an inevitable outcome. It highlights how taxing basic necessities exacerbates food insecurity for families.
- Back-to-school shopping in June? Here’s why you need to start now
A growing share of American families now start buying school supplies in June, shifting the back-to-school shopping window from late August. The early start aims to avoid crowded stores and spread out the shopping process.
- Rahm Emanuel, a Possible 2028 Contender, Calls for Higher Education Reforms
Rahm Emanuel, a potential 2028 presidential contender, proposes a 'grand bargain' to reform higher education by balancing interests of universities, the federal government, and American families.