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Old 01-04-2010, 06:41 AM
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Yes, but I am also concerned about the devaluation of work. For the first time in years---I got no COLA increase, no bonus, and even more transfer of benefit costs to me and my fellow employees through deduction and co-pays. We're getting burned at both ends. Still, I realize I'm fortunate to still have a job. Knowing that keeps me going.

Dave
Yes you are. My cousin just lost his job after 25 years. Not sure if any pension is left either.
It's a terrible catch 22. You need unions to insure a living wage yet if you pay a living wage you cannot keep your costs competitive.
Yeah all you loud mouth folks on the right explain why this is good.
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