The GOP Tax Plan Would Make It Harder for Workers to Get New Skills
The latest version, passed by the House, would further cut government funding for professional training programs.
What Makes A Worker?
The possibilities and pitfalls of job training and apprenticeship
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The Push for Education Programs That Pay People As They Learn
Advocates say worker training is key to economic stability—but can they convince the federal government it’s worth the money?
Why the U.S. Fails at Worker Training
Automation and globalization are making some workers’ skills obsolete. Why can’t the federal government figure out how to successfully prepare Americans for the future?
Are Humans Actually More 'Human' Than Robots?
Americans are skeptical of automation technologies taking over highly interactive tasks. But perhaps humanity is being hyped up too much—and that could create surprising challenges for job-retention efforts.
Politicians Aren’t Talking About the Biggest Challenge to the Labor Market
Automation might be the biggest challenge to the future labor market, but policymakers seem to have their sights set elsewhere.