It seems strange at first blush that young people are the biggest victims of the current economic slump. One could easily imagine that companies in a recession would prefer to hire young people, who are cheap, and slough off older workers, who are expensive. But both employers and older workers are sitting tight, taking as few risks as possible in an uncertain environment. With no openings, employers are refusing even to look at the résumés of those on the outside looking in.
Let me be very blunt here: the increased economic "uncertainty" is the fault of the Government, both parties included.
The Government *is* the systemic risk now.
Regarding the older workers, 0bama plans to get rid of over 40 age discrimination in the workplace so goodbye old white people and hello young college grads.
Another thing people can do is game the system. You could offer to work minimum wage or 1/2 the old starting rate at the job until the economy gets better, or possibly pro-bono. You include this as part of the cover letter. Another possibility is to do on the side consulting work.
Yes.
“Government IS the problem!” - R.W. Reagan