Source: The Daily Economy
by Holly Jean Soto
“My younger sister’s relentless struggle to secure a full-time job this year is a harsh reality shared by countless Americans. For over a year, she has tirelessly searched for full-time opportunities, only to encounter few full-time job openings and many positions filled before she can even apply. As a result, she is left to juggle two part-time jobs and side hustles just to make ends meet. This experience leaves her, and many Americans, questioning the steady stream of positive headlines from media outlets, government officials, and The White House celebrating a ‘strong, stable, and steady’ job market. For job seekers like her, these narratives often feel disconnected from reality, leaving many to feel misled or even gaslighted.” (11/28/24)