Agency and Wages
The discussion revolves around the potential for new temp agencies to offer higher wages while still being profitable, challenging the notion of worker exploitation. There's a debate about the frequency of such exploitation and the implications of government intervention, with a strong emphasis on personal responsibility and the risks of a "nanny state." The conversation highlights the tension between economic incentives and ethical considerations in the labor market.In this clip
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Elizabeth Anderson on Worker Rights and Private Government
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