From: Economix blog on NY Times
2. Rich people still have jobs, poor people don't
Paid sick leave: a smaller piece of reform that could make a big difference.
From: Time: The Curious Capitalist
5. Funniest Thing: Wal-Mart Cuts Over 13,000 Of What It Calls Jobs
The distribution of the unemployment rate across income levels:
Range of incomes (by decile)Unemployment rate$12,160 or less--30.8%
$12,160-$20,725--19.1%
$20,725-$29,680--19.7%
$29,680-$39,000--12.2%
$39,000-$50,000--9.0%
$50,000-$63,000--7.8%
$63,000-$79,100--6.4%
$79,100-$100,500--5.0%
$100,150-$138,700--8.0%
$138,700+--3.2%
3. How a New Jobless Era Will Transform America
$12,160-$20,725--19.1%
$20,725-$29,680--19.7%
$29,680-$39,000--12.2%
$39,000-$50,000--9.0%
$50,000-$63,000--7.8%
$63,000-$79,100--6.4%
$79,100-$100,500--5.0%
$100,150-$138,700--8.0%
$138,700+--3.2%
3. How a New Jobless Era Will Transform America
From: The Atlantic: Don Peck
The Great Recession may be over, but this era of high joblessness is probably just beginning. Before it ends, it will likely change the life course and character of a generation of young adults. It will leave an indelible imprint on many blue-collar men. It could cripple marriage as an institution in many communities. It may already be plunging many inner cities into a despair not seen for decades. Ultimately, it is likely to warp our politics, our culture, and the character of our society for years to come.4. Message: Focused On Jobs
It's the actual jobs that matter, not the trying to look like you're doing something on jobs.
Realities of Congress, blah blah blah, but occasionally it'd be nice if that charismatic guy in the White House would try to move public opinion.Enough Said.
5. Funniest Thing: Wal-Mart Cuts Over 13,000 Of What It Calls Jobs
From: The Onion
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite sites.
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