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'I need a job to save my life': The hunt for work in America

Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN

Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.

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Managing Editor · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 4:30 PM · 1 min read
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'I need a job to save my life': The hunt for work in America — Caledonia Community news

Job searches once took weeks. Now, more than 27% of job seekers have been looking for 27 weeks or longer without landing a role.

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