Today, working-class employees face rising insecurity due to mass layoffs, rapid firings, and toxic management, which often target protected groups that do not have the resources to address. With fluctuating unemployment, high turnover, and deceptive “ghost jobs” posted with no intent to hire, the need for stronger workplace protections is urgent.
Toxic management practices contribute to burnout and turnover, especially impacting protected groups who are more vulnerable to layoffs and firings. More accessible resources to hold employers accountable would prevent discrimination and bring job stability to those at risk.
“Ghost jobs” worsen job market instability, creating false hope and wasting job seekers’ time. Enforcing hiring transparency and regulating job posting practices would restore trust for those seeking employment and improve fairness in the hiring process.
Although PPP loans were meant to protect employee wages, many companies misused these funds for executive bonuses and other expenses, laying off workers in the process. The misuse of these forgiven loans set a troubling precedent, leading to corporate exploitation. Stricter oversight is needed to ensure that such funds were used to assist employees instead of exasperating the above issues mentioned.
Given the current economic challenges and discrimination concerns, stronger employee rights and greater employer accountability are essential to building a stable, fair workplace for America’s workforce and economy.