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Self-employment has grown about by 1 million, so that is the #1 reason and it is not even mentioned.

I thought the same thing. Isn't it better when people are self-employed and own their business versus being dependent on a company that makes 8-track tapes, earth shoes or leisure suits?

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Isn't it better when people are self-employed and own their business

That's why the bankruptcy rates are at an all time high. Self employment needs a market. The wages are so low, people can't afford goods and services. Hence, bankruptcy.