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We Can Do Hard Things
246. The Answer to Caregiving Burnout with Ai-jen Poo
Oct 3, 2023
Ai-jen Poo, an advocate for caregivers, discusses the challenges faced by caregivers, the impact of sexism and racism on caregivers, the devaluation of domestic labor, the importance of living while caregiving, the value of care squads, the need for affordable quality childcare, and the significance of care in society.
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- Establishing a robust care infrastructure is crucial, prioritizing policies for affordable childcare, paid family and medical leave, and support for the care workforce.
- Recognizing care work as skilled and valuable is essential to address the care crisis and promote economic stability.
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Need for Care Infrastructure
The podcast episode highlights the importance of establishing a robust care infrastructure in society. The current system is failing caregivers, especially women of color, who are undervalued and underpaid for their vital work. The episode emphasizes that care is mission-critical and should be prioritized with policies that provide affordable and accessible childcare, paid family and medical leave, and support for the care workforce. The speaker urges listeners to raise their voices, ask candidates about their care policies, and vote for change.
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