Two intersecting stories this past week:
Cornell University researchers: “Fewer than 40% of New Yorkers Earn a Living Wage.” https://blogs.cornell.edu/livingwage/
&quot;Elected Officials, Education Advocates Call on Governor Hochul to Fund Free School Meals for All Students&quot;
 
 

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Tech bubble: AI in the workplace

Starbucks. Amazon. And many, many others in both large and small corners of the economy. 

My own local and state union, NY State United Teachers, celebrating 50 years and counting this year. Approval of unions in the U.S. at a 50-year high.

It all comes together in the workers of America realizing their self worth-- and working to claim their share of an ever-elusive pie. 

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