Surviving unemployment is a tremendous problem for many Americans due to the lack of jobs being created. I wonder daily about the fate of many people who are without work. Some of these people are not usually heard from by those who are busy living their own lives. Those lives often include going to a job that allows workers maintain their lives. Those with jobs are, of course, not to blame for their own good fortune, or the bad fortune of those without a job. At this point, the government probably needs to step in and seriously consider job programs. It is in the best interest of everyone for the unemployed to return to work. With income, they can contribute to the economy by purchasing goods and services. Without income, they actually have to take from the system just to get by another day. Look at the number of foreclosures as a result of so many people being out of work.
Surviving unemployment is an overwhelming undertaking for anyone. Once your unemployment benefits end, you are on your own unless you have minor children and eligible for entitlement programs.
I say that this country needs to look for multiple ways to help those out of work recover their lives. One of those ways is to help people start home-based businesses. This is a good solution for many unemployed people. Some people are unemployable due to criminal backgrounds, outdated skills, and being over age 50 to name a few reasons. I am not saying that self-employment is the answer for everyone, but that option should be one available for anyone so motivated. Obtaining new skills is also an option for anyone who has been out of work for an extended length of time.
Surviving unemployment is possible, but many people need some type of support to get themselves back on track.
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