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Why the world needs Robin

It’s simple: the financial crisis and the recession have left a massive hole in the US’s public finances. Jobs and and the community services we rely on are at risk in the US while many other developed and developing countries face a similar struggle.

But there is another way. Robin Hood supporters believe that banks, hedge funds and the rest of the financial sector should pay their fair share to clear up the mess they helped create.

  • Housing

    Somewhere to call home is a basic need, but for 20 million it's a hardship.
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  • Education

    Education is the key to allowing us all to fulfil our potential.
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  • Global Poverty and Health

    The economic crisis has hit the poorest hardest. The Robin Hood Tax could help.
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  • Jobs

    We're in the biggest jobs crisis since the war. It doesn't have to be like this.
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  • Research and Innovation

    America needs great business ideas. Providing funding for research and innovation would help.
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  • Economic Crisis

    The banking crash has left everybody making do, and the poorest struggling.
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  • Healthcare

    Decent healthcare is a basic need, yet millions of us don't have it.
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  • Stabilizing The Markets

    A Robin Hood Tax could slow down the fast money of casino banking.
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  • HIV/Aids

    HIV/AIDS is still killing millions, but we can end it.
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  • Secure Retirement

    Decent conditions for seniors is what we all want for all loved ones.
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  • Infrastructure

    American infrastructure is crumbling. Find out how Robin can help.
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  • Climate Change + Green Jobs

    Climate change is here, it’s real – let’s tackle it together.
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Blog

  • On Tuesday, RNs sought the Oakland City Council’s support for Ellison's HR 1579
    23 May 13
    Oakland City Council Approves Resolution to Support Robin Hood Tax
    Registered Nurse Thorild Urdal told the Oakland City Council recently...
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