Education Is a Viable Solution to the Jobs Crisis
Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that the current unemployment rate stands at 9.1 percent (14 million Americans). But one fact stands out in the data: Individuals with a bachelor’s degree or higher are significantly less likely to be unemployed than those with less education. The unemployment rate for those with a bachelor’s degree or higher is 4.3 percent compared to those with a high school diploma (9.6 percent) or less (14.3 percent). In other words, for every level of education attained, the chances of being unemployed decreases, while at the same time, personal income increases. By directly connecting our job growth efforts to investments in strengthening our educational system, we will reap benefits that will lead to a more skilled workforce and stronger economy.
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by Michelle Asha Cooper, The Huffington Post.