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The Sunday Story: A Generation Of Chinese Workers Struggle To Retire

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Struggles of Beijing's Migrant Workers

This chapter explores the hardships faced by migrant construction workers in Beijing as they approach retirement. Through the lens of one worker's life, it highlights challenges such as financial instability, healthcare access, and the emotional toll of leaving home for better job opportunities. The narrative also evokes nostalgia for simpler times and reflects on the sacrifices made by these workers in pursuit of a better future for their families.

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