The State of the Union is far from being strong. From economic struggles to political turmoil, America has seen a sharp decline in its citizens’ confidence in the nation’s government and overall stability. This malaise is not a recent phenomenon, but rather a result of decades of job losses and inadequate public policies that have left millions without an opportunity to achieve upward mobility. The first sign of trouble can be found in the labor market. Jobs that once provided livable wages and benefits have been replaced with “gig economy” jobs that often don’t offer the same protections or opportunities…
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