Birmingham, Alabama: The front page of the Birmingham News has a headline that reads: “Jobless rate hit 3½ year high.” The article discusses how the Alabama jobless rate has increased up to 4.7% (up from 3.5% in May of last year). Although still below the national average of 5.5%, it has raised some concern.
While in Wal-Mart in Winfield, Alabama I talked to one young employee who wouldn’t have even been there if it wasn’t for the weakening economy and job market.
“I started working here so I could shop here for a discount,” the 22-year old boy named Sam said. “I can buy anything I need right after work, and can save myself money.”
He said that with the economy the way it is, it will not only affect his job choice, but also affect who he votes for.
“I’m sure there are plenty of things I should pay attention to, like the war and the environment or whatever, but what I really need is a tax break,” he said. “I can’t vote democratic if they are just going to raise taxes, unless I want to work for here for ever just to get the discount.”
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