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Op-Ed

Finally, a Win for Working Men

The Hill

November 27, 2024

Since the 1970s, working men, particularly those without college degrees, have experienced lower employment rates, increased social isolation and growing health risks. Today, we are starting to see early signs that this problem may be abating.  

But lately, men have started going back to work.

During most recessions, the male employment rate falls and never returns to its previous level. Following the short but sharp COVID-induced recession, working-age men are defying the odds.  

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