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How the Biden administration is helping protect the most vulnerable and exploited workers

  By Kristin Toussaint February 17, 2023   Across the country, some 8 million undocumented or unauthorized immigrants are working in the labor force—and experts say they’re among the most vulnerable to exploitation, workplace violence, and dangerous working conditions.   “One of the things that perpetuates unsafe conditions in the workplace is that workers are … Continue reading How the Biden administration is helping protect the most vulnerable and exploited workers

Does Personal Bias Make People Vulnerable to Misinformation on Social Media Platforms?

Bob Hutchins August 24, 2021 Bias has a well-documented effect on reasoning. Bias can affect the processing of information and lead to beliefs that are incongruent with evidence and rational consideration. Bias is therefore expected to influence an individual’s susceptibility to misinformation online. For instance, if you absolutely (the bias) believe the earth is flat … Continue reading Does Personal Bias Make People Vulnerable to Misinformation on Social Media Platforms?

“Be Vulnerable, With Confidence,” Keeton Advises Women Entrepreneurs

Angela Shah Among the best ways to encourage women entrepreneurs? Plug the confidence gap in young girls. So said Emily Keeton, a Houston entrepreneur—she co-founded the co-working space Station Houston earlier this year—at a Startup Grind Houston event Wednesday. She pointed to the example of a 12-year-old named Rosemary, who participated in the most recent Lemonade … Continue reading “Be Vulnerable, With Confidence,” Keeton Advises Women Entrepreneurs