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Journal Article

Job polarization leaves middle-skilled workers out in the cold


Abstract: The economy has increased its demand for high-skilled (high-wage) workers, while opportunities for middle-skilled (middle-wage) jobs have declined. This ?job polarization? may require a shift in the sort of training that is encouraged for American workers.

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Part of Series: The Regional Economist

Publication Date: 2013

Issue: Jan