Remember folks, NOBODY owes you a “decent standard of living.”
They aren't private companies - they are Prescription Drug Program administrators for the Federal Government. Who are they to lay anyone off?? ;)
Circuit City has a right to fire any employee in a effort to stay competitive and survive. A stupid company fires productive workers. A smart company cuts off bloated waste. I think Circuit City knows what is best for their business...which is not "employing workers," but servicing customers and making a profit.