>So in Latin America people just call it a day and survive and try to get another job

Not too dissimilar to the US. But "survive" is harder with the higher cost of Living. And hiring for a new role can take weeks at best. In this particular job market, it's not uncommon for professionals to go 6+ months before landing another role.

Gig are a rising thing in the US, but those are also becoming competitive. And if you can't get enough gigs, you cannot even pay rent.

Because of all of that, the few unions that are left fight harder than ever to try and maintain the jobs as is.