The Importance of Trade Shops in High Schools: Addressing Workforce Gaps and Economic Realities

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The Importance of Trade Shops in High Schools: Addressing Workforce Gaps and Economic Realities

Editorial credit: Sunshine Seeds / shutterstock.com Introduction For decades, the dominant message in American education has been that a four-year college degree is the primary path to financial success and stability. However, this narrative has started to shift as industries face growing labor shortages in the skilled trades. The importance of trade shops in high […]

Stricter Work Permit Rules: Economic Impact on the U.S. Economy and Immigrants

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Stricter Work Permit Rules: Economic Impact on the U.S. Economy and Immigrants

By Esther Claudette Gittens Click here to know your rights. President Trump’s executive order to deny work permits to immigrants awaiting legal status decisions has profound implications for the U.S. economy and affected individuals. While the administration aims to prioritize American workers, the policy could exacerbate labor shortages, reduce tax revenue, and strain public assistance […]