This Issue was started mainly as a means of addressing the condition of a disappearing middle class in America today... and of posting Articles that shed light on the subject.

Academically and Philosophically, the subject of Social Class is complicated topic. Historically, we think of Karl Marx when we talk of Social Class and Class Struggle. But exactly what "Class" is can be hard to pin down... and can be very different from country to country, depending on the economic and political system in question. Also, contemporary Class Struggles are different from ages past.

While "Social Status" is considered a part of a Class Structure... what will be mostly addressed is economic opportunity and financial stability of the middle class. Why is it that Middle Class America is disappearing... and the rich are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer. What part has politics played in the progression of this social condition.. past and present?  What other Institutions has been involved in the demise of the American Middle Class?

To be continued... 

For a Better Informed & Involved Public...

Lonnie J. Burris
Activist & Concerned Citizen