Make no mistake, the tsunami of #tech #layoffs is not about the recession. It’s about striking back at “uppity” labor, after they enjoyed a shift in the balance of power from #remotework and DEI #activism .
These companies are reporting record profits. Inflation is just cover. It’s because they can, because there’s social cover for it, because there’s money left on the table and having “some” money isn’t enough.
It’s nothing short of class warfare.
@Haste
One major pet peeve I've had with some of my fellow tech workers is that many (not all) have the attitude that they are "better" or "more worthy" than workers in other industries.
This is often accompanied by a naive, practically Randian delusion that because of this, solidarity with other workers or even other tech workers is not needed.
We build and maintain invisible infrastructure. It's easy for people to fake that they are us.
Those who are doing the work are too busy working to advertise. So tech people have, in some ways, been underinvested in. Inevitably those who can create get a business man or corporation on top of them who snuffs them out. Society has chosen companies that have bad business practices. They have failed to protect their 'support'. Allowed their creations to be pilfered. Didn't listen to their warnings.
Tech people are angry about this. This is how I understand it, but it's also different for everyone based on their position and experience. There are many valid interpretations and experiences based on where you are.
I know everyone has different values and experiences, but I cannot deny that there is still a bit of tendency for many to look down on those without "technical" skills.
Many of the "learn to code" posts in response to professionals other industries losing their jobs may have been by trolls, but I do know at least a few people who share that attitude.
I'm glad to see there are many who don't.
EVHaste
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