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In reply to the discussion: Does anyone else have a problem with this? [View all]Spitfire of ATJ
(32,723 posts)53. Actually, it should go into payroll....
The problem is the standard business model now is to pile on duties onto workers until one worker now does the work of five and then they want that worker to live in fear of losing their job so they are willing to work for dirt pay.
You can be in a really responsible position that took years to perfect with an impressive title and get great evaluations, be the "go to" person other employees turn to and still be treated by upper management as if you can be replaced tomorrow by a random burger flipper.
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Median income fell last year (& has been falling). So no, 'middle class compensation' hasn't
HiPointDem
Jan 2013
#32
They're not bailing out wall street and corrupt banks and allowing capitalism to take its
Fire Walk With Me
Jan 2013
#7
I remember when the Japanese brought this up as an American mistake. We didn't learn.
freshwest
Jan 2013
#10
Different generation, not as hard talking as in the past. We're always trying to be neutral as a way
freshwest
Jan 2013
#16
I totally agree with you. I think his heart is there. And he is as frustrated as we are. nt
SunSeeker
Jan 2013
#20
and this is what happens when people vote in pro-corporate, anti-labor legislators in both parties
antigop
Jan 2013
#22
Immediately eliminate the "Citizens United" ruling. Immediately reinstate Glass-Steagall.
Fire Walk With Me
Jan 2013
#25