Navigating Job Guarantees in Economic Transitions

This chapter explores the concept of job guarantees as a solution to unemployment that arises during significant economic transitions, such as moving from wartime to peacetime production. It examines the implications of job guarantees, including the necessity of green jobs and community resilience, particularly in response to climate emergencies. Additionally, the discussion critiques the post-World War II economic landscape, addressing the pitfalls of shifting consumer demand and government spending priorities, while advocating for a reformed political dialogue on employment.