We are coming out of a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic that triggered an unprecedented economic crisis, laying bare the inequities in our economy and healthcare system. Inflation is hitting Americans in their bank account right at a time when shocks to our system are making things even more tumultuous. We need to help Americans weather the storm in the short-term and pass President Biden's Build Back Better plan, which will make much-needed investments in our physical and human infrastructure while creating millions of good-paying jobs.
Workers are profit-creators for businesses, and we need to talk about jobs that way. Our largest corporations are posting record profits on the backs of those employees, and all workers are asking for is a livable wage with decent benefits. Unions help level the playing field for everyone, and as a card-carrying union member myself I will be a strong supporter in Congress. That includes passing the PRO Act and making it easier for employees to form a union.
I’ve also been a freelancer and know the struggles—but also the excitement—of building something for yourself. We need to continue to encourage entrepreneurship with federal investments and make sure that any American with a good idea and a relentless work ethic can make their business a reality.
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