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Despite their advanced qualifications, these workers were abruptly laid off, earning between $28 and $32 an hour. Their roles required expertise in writing, teaching, and creative fields—skills that, until recently, were highly valued. Yet, in the current climate, even the most qualified are being replaced or outsourced to cheaper labor markets.
Workers’ Grievances
The affected workers voiced concerns about:
Lack of job security: No warning or notice before termination.
Poor benefits: Minimal or nonexistent support systems.
Limited transparency and voice: Feeling judged solely on output without insight into decision processes.
Pressure to increase productivity: Leading to compromised quality due to time constraints.