Pivot Google and Apple team up to track COVID-19, Uber drivers face unemployment hurdles, and Robert Reich says 30% of people may be out of work by summer
Apr 14, 2020
Join Robert Reich, economist and former US Secretary of Labor, as he dives into pressing economic issues during the pandemic. He discusses the collaboration between tech giants Google and Apple for COVID-19 tracking, emphasizing privacy concerns. The challenges Uber drivers face in securing unemployment benefits are scrutinized, highlighting systemic flaws. Reich also debates the future of the USPS amidst calls for privatization and outlines the importance of strategic political engagement for effective voter connection.
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Ride-Sharing Drivers and Unemployment
- Ride-sharing drivers face obstacles in receiving unemployment benefits due to outdated state labor department guidelines.
- Uber and Lyft have been criticized for classifying drivers as contractors, leaving them vulnerable.
Ride-Sharing as a Menace
- Scott Galloway criticizes Uber and Lyft for exploiting drivers and then asking for government bailouts.
- He believes they should pay drivers minimum wage and provide benefits like other companies.
Postal Service Privatization
- The U.S. Postal Service faces financial struggles due to declining demand and the pandemic.
- Privatization is suggested, raising concerns about access and worker rights.
