Ben Zipperer
Ben Zipperer is a senior economist at the Economic Policy Institute, a think tank focused on the economic condition of low- and middle-income Americans. His research often examines wage disparities and labor market trends, particularly regarding racial and ethnic inequalities in earnings. Zipperer's work highlights the enduring challenges faced by Black and Latino workers in achieving wage parity with their White counterparts.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 5.00 | 0.02% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 60,457 | $21,000,000 | 3,836$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 60,457 | $21,000,000 | 3,836$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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United States:
Ben Zipperer, an EPI senior economist, has calculated that although Whites make up about 58% of all workers, they represent 68% of those whose wages put them in the top fifth of highest earners.
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