Now & Then with Robert Saunders: Whatever Happened to Unemployment?
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Cyclical Unemployment and Societal Struggles in the 19th Century
This chapter examines the dire consequences of cyclical unemployment and starvation during the 1840s, highlighting the extreme measures taken by impoverished populations. It explores the evolution of unemployment as a measurable quality, shifts in political responsibilities towards job management, and the role of trade unions in this transition. The narrative underscores changing societal perceptions of unemployment, particularly post-World War I, as the workforce dynamics evolved and women's roles became increasingly significant.
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