Unemployment Highest Since 1983
Posted by Giulia Rozzi on March 6, 2009 at 9:50 am
CATEGORIES: Culture
The Labor Department reported this morning that the U.S. unemployment rate is its highest level in 25 years. Total job losses over the last six months are more than 3.3 million. Yea, the economic meltdown is getting pretty scary.
And if you’re a freelancer like me you’re probably not even eligible for unemployment benefits. Luckily I’ve been okay so far, but Iike most of America I’m trying watch my spending. If you need a little help learning how to save
takepart and check out this great zenhabits.com article for “50 Tips For Frugal Living”.
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