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“When you cut investments in worker training, you're cutting investments in the middle class.” quote by Tom Perez
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“When you cut investments in worker training, you're cutting investments in the middle class.”

Tom Perez

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2022, Labor Policy Discussion

Cutting worker training harms the middle class by reducing skills and earnings.

In simple terms: Training cuts hurt the middle class.

Key Takeaway

Invest in workforce development.

Themes

economics education social equity

Mood

concerned optimistic

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • career counseling
  • business strategy

Key Concepts

human capital skill gaps

Questions to Reflect On

  • What training programs yield highest ROI?
  • How can businesses balance costs and benefits?
A Different Perspective

May overlook short-term budget constraints.

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