Marketplace Morning Report Thoughts on DEI from a Costco parking lot
May 22, 2025
After George Floyd's murder, many companies pledged to enhance diversity, but some are backtracking. Costco stands out by reaffirming its DEI commitment, even facing shareholder pushback. Meanwhile, a controversial GOP tax bill could impact public funding, including for journalism. The implications of new Medicaid work requirements raise concerns about the safety net for low-income individuals, highlighting the delicate balance between economic policy and social responsibility.
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Medicaid Work Rules' Hidden Impact
- Medicaid work requirements intend to save billions but could cut coverage for millions due to bureaucratic hurdles.
- Many eligible people lose coverage because of complicated reporting, not non-compliance with work rules.
Arkansas Medicaid Work Challenge
- Arkansas enacted Medicaid work requirements; many lost coverage while still eligible.
- The problem was red tape and difficulty reporting work hours, not lack of employment.
Medicaid Work Rules Lack Job Aid
- New Medicaid work proposals reduce reporting burdens but lack job assistance provisions.
- Without job support, policies risk only shrinking Medicaid rather than helping people become self-sufficient.