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625. The Biden Policy That Trump Hasn’t Touched

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The Impact of Non-Compete Clauses

This chapter examines the implications of non-compete clauses in employment contracts, revealing their pervasive effects on workforce mobility and income. It discusses the controversial legal landscape surrounding these agreements, especially among low-wage workers, and highlights regulatory efforts by the FTC to challenge them. The episode connects these clauses to broader themes of market consolidation and antitrust enforcement, emphasizing the need for equitable practices in the labor market.

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