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How neoliberalism turned the work ethic against workers (with Elizabeth Anderson)
Oct 10, 2023
Economist and author Elizabeth Anderson discusses how neoliberalism has turned the work ethic against workers, exploring inadequate compensation, the evolution of the work ethic, meaning of work in a capitalist economy, negative impact of neoliberalism on professional classes, support for workers and labor union law reforms, and the need to honor workers and democratize work.
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- Neoliberalism has distorted the work ethic, devaluing workers' contributions and prioritizing exploitative business models.
- Reclaiming the American work ethic involves empowering workers, reforming labor laws, and valuing meaningful work over income alone.
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