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We need better labor law than “at will” and healthcare that isn’t tied to the employer. Mass hiring and mass layoffs shouldn’t be able to happen on a whim, especially across an entire sector.

We cant blame CEOs for exploiting workers to maximize profits. This is very predictable behavior that is currently incentivized.

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I agree that healthcare shouldn't be tied to the employer, but why should companies be forced to employ people they don't want or need? If the government thinks they should keep getting paid, maybe the government should reform unemployment benefits.

In a perfect world where we're all purely independent actors with guaranteed housing, food, education, you're right, the current system is great.

But unfortunately we have decided to tie your ability to stay alive to your job, so until we fix that we should have safety nets in place so that companies can't ruin their employees lives at a whim.

I was laid off and think at will is great. If I had to be notified et al, I'd have to work and interview at the same time. Right now the state is paying me to do that and I get to relax the rest of the day with a lovely severance package. I went skiing this morning. I wouldnt be able to do that if I had to work my current job while being laid off.

Agree about healthcare. That's just dumb.

Agree about healthcare but at will employment is great. I love being able to quit with no warning and employers should be able to do the same.

I don't agree regarding at will.

Healthcare tied to a job is crazy though.

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