We're Not Wrong About the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Republicans Going Nuclear
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Sep 11, 2025 Recent job statistics reveal nearly 1 million fewer jobs than expected, raising questions about their accuracy and the economy's real state. The discussion shifts to Senate Republicans considering a nuclear option for Trump appointments, sparking debate on its necessity versus potential consequences. Personal stories illustrate the struggles of job seekers navigating these inflated figures and the political implications of confirmation delays, all wrapped in a humorous take on the political landscape.
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Large BLS Revision Reflects Weaker Job Market
- The BLS revision showing ~911,000 fewer jobs signals the labor market is weaker than earlier reported.
- Andrew Heaton trusts the BLS data and calls the revisions plausible given sticky hiring decisions over prior 9–18 months.
Personal Accounts Match The Downgrade
- Justin and Jen both reported many friends lost jobs in 2024 and struggled to find comparable work.
- They described hiring as especially brutal in tech, with people taking lower-paid roles out of necessity.
Network In Person To Land Jobs
- Meet people face-to-face and invest in targeted events to find jobs when applications fail.
- Jen recounted sending her partner to a conference where direct networking landed a role quickly.
