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Helpful Tips On Finding A Satisfying Career
Published on 2012-08-06 17:45:33
The following post is a sponsor advertisement. Advertisements and reader support help keep Layofflist online: The Importance Of Job Satisfaction Choosing a career can be difficult for anyone. With so many different types of jobs around, but not a lot of people hiring, it can be hard to know where to start. With only 45% of [...]
JPMorgan Chase repossesses 99er, Alexandra Jarrin’s car, putting her in jeopardy of again being homeless and jobless
Published on 2012-03-19 19:24:59
I have written previously about the plight of Alexandra Jarrin and many readers kindly opened their hearts and wallets to help her get through some very difficult times. If you are new to Alexandra’s story, please see, Alexandra Jarrin who organized 99er’s “Letters to Bernie” is nearly homeless and Update: 99er Alexandra Jarrin is Thankful, Yet Fearful and [...]
Gifts from Republicans to the Unemployed: Cut 40 Weeks of Benefits and Drug Tests; Ignore 99ers
Published on 2011-12-22 20:07:58
Down to the wire again as Congress, especially the GOP, play out their end of year game of threatening the unemployedwith benefits disruption. This was the same tactic used by the GOP in 2010. At that time they forced Obama to extend fiscally imprudent tax cuts for the wealthy by threatening to put an end to extended unemployment [...]
To Pass Veterans Jobs Bill, Congress Takes Money from Veterans and Gives it to Corporations
Published on 2011-11-18 17:53:11
Just prior to Veterans Day Congress actually seemed to find the will to act responsibly and overwhelmingly passed a veteran’s jobs bill. This bill awaits President Obama’s signature. While the feckless media touted this legislation as indication that both sides of the political isle can work together when it concerns helping the country’s military service [...]
White House petition to extend unemployment benefits to 99ers and the long-term unemployed
Published on 2011-10-13 20:35:18
The following White House petition was written by Bud Meyers who is an advocate for 99ers and the long-term unemployed. He writes his own blog at http://bud-meyers.blogspot.com/ that is worth a read, since he is so close to the action surrounding the unemployment crisis facing this nation. Please take the time to read and sign the following petition. 5000 [...]
11 Reasons Why the Unemployment Crisis Is Even Worse Than You Think
Published on 2011-09-22 15:57:08
President Obama recently addressed the nation during a joint session of Congress and the main theme of that address was the need to create jobs, lots of jobs, millions of jobs. The Great Recession has cost US workers millions of jobs and those jobs have not come back as quickly as they disappeared and in [...]
‘Workampers’: What It’s Like to Wander Around the Country in an RV Desperately Looking for Work
Published on 2011-09-04 09:15:29
Originally posted at AlterNet Where are the jobs? That question is on the minds of millions of Americans who have lost jobs during the Great Recession. During this historically lean jobs creation period, finding a new job often requires thinking outside the box. And you can’t think much further outside the job search box than [...]
Resources for the long-term unemployed and 99ers
Published on 2011-06-22 18:08:44
Facebook member Pam Bumpintheroad organized a list of unemployed and 99er resources that may be beneficial to those who are looking for some assistance. If you have any other links that you would like to add, please place them in the comments secti
More Long-Term Unemployed, More 99ers, More Despair, but Less Government and Private Sector Action on Jobs
Published on 2011-06-07 12:07:36
The May BLS jobs report was discouraging for millions still seeking a job in a weak jobs market. Only 54,000 jobs were created and the unemployment rate increased to 9.1%. About 125,000 jobs need to be created each month to absorb new entrants into t
Americas Under and Unemployed Battlefield
Published on 2011-06-04 11:51:57
The following is a guest post from Jason Tabrys, who writes the National Liberal column for Examiner and at his own site Painespeak.com. Americas Under and Unemployed Battlefield “You cannot choose your battlefield, God does that for yo
99ers and the Long-term Unemployed Are the Elephants in the Economic Recovery Room
Published on 2011-05-17 11:06:45
The April 2011 BLS employment report showed a gain of 244,000 jobs, which was trumpeted by the Obama administration and the mainstream media as a continuation of a rapidly improving jobs market. While job growth is important, it’s also importa
The passage of H.R. 589 could be a lifesaver for some 99ers. Why is it being ignored?
Published on 2011-05-08 16:27:27
Crewof42 released an H.R. 589 update: Today the CBC met with White House Chief of Staff Bill Daley for about an hour. During the meeting the issue of the 99ers and unemployment extensions was discussed. While there have been many meetings between Rep
Why Are Americans Still Unemployed, and Why the Attack on Unions?
Published on 2011-04-27 10:42:58
On occasion I will post articles by guest contributors. The following was sent to me by Rachel Bernstein. Why Are Americans Still Unemployed, and Why the Attack on Unions? By Rachel Bernstein Listening to the news today, as a person who was unemploye
The “Real” Long-term Unemployment Report. Unemployed 99er Population Rises Dramatically in March
Published on 2011-04-12 20:12:14
The March Employment Report was again pumped as another victory in the war against unemployment. But for millions of long-term unemployed, it’s still a brutal battle to find work. That’s why it’s unfortunate that most main stream me
Dylan Ratigan hosts Energy Summit Town Hall with T. Boone Pickens
Published on 2011-03-30 19:15:48
This week The Dylan Ratigan show kicked off the last leg their Steel on Wheels tour with a three-day Energy Summit. From the show: March 31 we will be streaming our Town Hall panel live from Oklahoma State University at 8PM EST / 7PM CST. We’
99er’s Event: Contact Speaker Boehner and Rep. Cantor to Urge H.R. 589 Passage
Published on 2011-03-27 16:49:29
On Monday and Tuesday March 28 and 29, 99ers and 99er advocates will be contacting Speaker Boehner and Rep. Cantor to urge them to quickly pass H.R. 589. This legislation, proposed by Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) offers 14 additional weeks of unemployment
Some States Propose Cutting Unemployment Benefits: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly – Part 2
Published on 2011-03-24 15:38:11
In a previous post States cutting unemployment benefits: the good, the bad and the ugly. H.R 589 I discussed how some states are addressing unemployment benefit extensions. States are still battling with the issue. Some state legislators are helping
Some states propose cutting unemployment benefits: The good, the bad and the ugly. H.R. 589 for 99ers is still being discussed.
Published on 2011-03-15 13:13:54
Last week saw a number of state actions regarding unemployment benefits. Some actions were helpful while others could be punishing to the unemployed and future unemployed. In fact, some actions were good, some were bad and one was simply ugly. State
99er Alexandra Jarrin update: Thankful, Fearful and Losing Hope for Better Days
Published on 2011-03-02 15:20:21
Back in December 2010 Alexandra had taken the initiative to organize “Letters to Bernie‘ where the unemployed could write Sen. Bernie Sanders and share with him their long-term unemployment struggles. A couple of weeks ago I published a s
99ers have a difficult week as H.R. 589 fails to move forward. Underemployment at 19.8%
Published on 2011-02-23 14:09:08
Last week proved to be another in a long line of disappointments to befall the unemployed and especially the 99ers. H.R. 589, a bill that would have added 14 weeks of unemployment benefits to Tier 1 was shot down due to a seldom enforced House rules
Alexandra Jarrin who helped 99ers with “Letters to Bernie” is nearly homeless and needs help
Published on 2011-02-12 20:54:57
During December 2010, Alexandra Jarrin a unemployed Vermonter, organized a “Letters to Bernie” campaign, where she encouraged the long-term unemployed to send their unemployment stories to Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT). Sen. Sanders had courageousl
Rep. Barbara Lee and Gregg Rosen of American 99ers Union discuss the 99er unemployment benefits bill
Published on 2011-02-10 20:03:49
A number of statements and videos were released today, which detail the unemployment benefits extension press conference held by Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA). This proposed bill, if passed, would extend unemployment benefits for 14 weeks to all unemploye
99er unemployment benefits extension bill introduced by Reps. Lee and Scott
Published on 2011-02-09 22:17:03
Today, Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) and Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA) introduced the tentatively titled “Emergency Unemployment Compensation Expansion Act of 2011”. Rep. Lee opened the press conference with the following statement: “As we stand here
Barbara Lee: Introducing Bill To Provide Unemployment Benefits To Long-term unemployed and 99ers
Published on 2011-02-08 19:41:33
Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) and Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA) sent out the following press release yesterday: Lee and Scott to Stand with Economic Policy Institute and American 99ers Union; Unemployment Benefits More Stimulative to U.S. Economy than Millionair
Rep. Barbara Lee will reintroduce 99er unemployment legislation next week
Published on 2011-02-03 20:54:47
According to Gregg Rosen of the American 99er Union, Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) will be reintroducing The Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act next week. Part of Mr. Rosen’s statement follows: Today as promised, I have an update to provide with re
British unemployment for November remained steady at 7.9%.
Published on 2011-01-31 10:48:21
While US unemployment is at an elevated 9.4%, British unemployment for November remained steady at 7.9%. Britain’s statistics authority says the country’s unemployment rate was unchanged at 7.9 percent in November, suggesting little im
Letters From 99ers and The Long-term Unemployed Pleading for Help
Published on 2011-01-26 12:20:34
Letters from those affected by a tragedy often have more impact than simply discussing the facts and data associated with the tragedy. That’s the case with the tragic consequences of long term unemployment. While statistics and data illustrate ho
Rep. Jackson Jr. “Peaceful Protest of Unemployment Problem Will Continue until Economic Rights are Guaranteed”
Published on 2011-01-20 12:31:42
Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. released a statement today which is a follow-up to his request for the unemployed and underemployed to send in their resumes for placement in the Congressional Record: Rep. Jackson Jr. receives 15,000 resumes from jobless R
Repeat after me: The 13-month unemployment extension does not extend benefits past 99 weeks
Published on 2011-01-11 20:28:20
The other day, while listening to an online business show hosted by a financial expert, I heard the following comment about the recently enacted 13-month unemployment extension “They were increasing unemployment where, I think, you were going to ge
99er, Kerry Tierney, shares a story of disappointment, frustration, fear… and hope for a better tomorrow
Published on 2010-12-30 17:00:04
The story that follows is the partial story of 99er and registered nurse, Kerry Tierney. The first part of this story can be seen at Unemployment Examiner: 99er Kerry Tierney shares a story of disappointment, frustration, fear and hope In a follow-u
99er ‘Lounges’ From The Shadows
Published on 2010-12-28 20:13:20
The following is a guest post from Andr’e Hubb, a musician and 99er. For many of the millions of unemployed workers who will be losing state and federal benefits, the chances of their lives being radically altered is no mere afterthought. If no
Unemployed 99er Toni Boughner is “Trying to Remain Optimistic in The Face of Gathering Doom”
Published on 2010-12-03 17:12:19
“How does someone explain to their child that they can have a place to live and maybe stay warm in the winter, but in order to do that they won’t have any food to eat? Or they can eat, but may not have a secure place to live? Just try to explain
A heartbreaking letter from an unemployed 99er who has given up all hope
Published on 2010-11-26 16:55:54
The following letter from a desperate and hopeless 99er named Mark was brought to my attention by another hard working 99er, Bud Meyers, of http://acompanyofone.org. Mark’s contact information is not yet available, but a number of 99ers are tr