Richard Trumka on the Jobs Crisis
Richard Trumka argued that America did not have a deficit crisis but a jobs crisis. He urged Congress to pass the president’s jobs bill,… read more
Richard Trumka argued that America did not have a deficit crisis but a jobs crisis. He urged Congress to pass the president’s jobs bill, and said the proposal was an important first step to getting more Americans back in the work force. He also advocated further measures to create jobs, such as measures to combat currency manipulation and reduce the foreclosure rate. He answered questions from the audience. close
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