Like everyone else, the Latino community is suffering under waves of economic hardship brought about by the continuing effects of the COVID-pandemic, supply chain disruption, and rising inflation.
Compared to a year ago, the consumer price index is up 8.5 percent, food prices are up 8.8 percent, and gasoline prices have soared through the roof. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Latino unemployment rate is 4.2 percent. In contrast, the national rate is at 3.6 percent.
It’s obvious that we’re going through some rough times right now. And it’s evident we need to reform the rules and regulations that are restricting workers’ abilities to take care of their families.
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