Latest from Molly McCracken
Opinion
Manitoba needs to spend more to heal from pandemic-impaired economy
The depth and duration of the COVID-19 recession in Manitoba will depend on what the provincial government does, says Molly McCracken, Manitoba director of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, who wants pre-pandemic austerity reversed.
Opinion
As wealthiest speed past the rest of us, Manitoba needs to fight income inequality
While there's a growing gap between the rich and the rest of us, policy changes can make a difference, says Molly McCracken, director of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives in Manitoba.
Opinion
Manitoba tax changes do little for low income people, argues Molly McCracken
At first blush, the provincial government’s plan to increase every Manitoban’s basic personal exemption at tax time sounds like an idea that will help the province’s neediest citizens. But a closer look reveals that the policy will cost millions in lost revenue, writes Molly McCracken.
Opinion
Winnipeg mayor needs to reassess financial priorities, Molly McCracken says
The mayor should re-examine fiscal assumptions and the tools the city has at its disposal to have a maximum positive impact on people and the planet.
Opinion
Fight food insecurity with income, Molly McCracken writes
Increased income, educational programs and northern food subsidies need to work hand in hand to fight the food security crisis in Manitoba, writes the director of Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives Manitoba.
Opinion
Canada election 2015: What's at stake for Winnipeg women
Women have a lot at stake in this election: higher rates of economic inequality, impacts of violence and lack of child care. Here’s how Winnipeg women fare and what the major federal parties have said they will do.