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Amir Khafagy is a New York City-based journalist that has contributed to such publications as Vice, Jacobin, Curbed, City Lab, Gothamist, Shelterforce, Dissent, City Limits, and In These Times. Currently, Amir is also a New Economics Reporting Fellow as well as a AAWW Open City Fellow.

Women's Work Amir Khafagy Feb 25, 2020

When a $200 Raise Can Ruin Your Life

Amir Khafagy Feb 25, 2020

More states are increasing their minimum wage to help low-income workers. But the outdated federal social benefits system is pushing many off public assistance—and deeper into poverty.