Why millions of workers are not being paid for their labor
In short: This video explores the multibillion-dollar issue of wage theft, examining how employers across various industries manage to avoid paying workers fairly and the systemic changes required to ensure they finally pay up.
Anthropologist Rebecca Galemba investigates the widespread phenomenon of wage theft affecting millions of Americans. The problem spans diverse sectors, including the restaurant and construction industries, where workers often do not receive the compensation they expect for their labor. Galemba examines the mechanisms that allow these employers to avoid their financial obligations and discusses the necessary shifts required to ensure fair payment for all workers.
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