Growth Quote by Guy Standing
“Workfare will merely accentuate the growth of the low-paying, insecure labour market.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Precariat: The New Dangerous Class, Guy Standing, 2011
The policy of workfare expands insecure low‑pay jobs, worsening labor market inequality.
In simple terms: Workfare worsens low‑pay insecure jobs.
Advocate for decent work policies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government welfare programs
- job training
- minimum wage debates
- social safety net design
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does workfare affect long‑term employment prospects?
- What alternatives could reduce labor market insecurity?
May overlook benefits of skill development for some participants.