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For older workers, pandemic unemployment could be career-ending

The worsening pandemic continues to mean millions of Americans out of work. For older employees in particular, this kind of long-term unemployment can represent the end of a career -- especially when they may be facing age discrimination and bias. Economics correspondent Paul Solman looks at the problem as part of his series Unfinished Business. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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  Trump-era Opportunity Zones meant to help low-income communities exploited…

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  As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability

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  How a rise in remote employment may impact post-pandemic work life

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  The US has a 'thirst' for immigrant workers. Why do so many struggle to ge…

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  A look into Amazon's employee conditions as the company pushes back agains…

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  The fate of bats is hanging in the balance. That could have very real cons…

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  Millions of Americans saddled with student debt as debate continues over r…

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  With millions looking for work, stigmas create a dearth of skilled tradesp…

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  How unconventional trading led to turmoil on Wall Street

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  Despite rising salaries, the skilled-labor shortage is getting worse

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  Trump leaves office facing mounting debt, devalued assets and scarcity of …

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  Businesses begin backing away from Republicans after Capitol attack

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  With the economy teetering, millions of Americans try to launch new busine…

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  Older workers carry on, even when life itself is life-threatening

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  Older workers are facing fewer job prospects and higher COVID risks