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Dignity of Work Institute
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Launched by Sherrod Brown and dedicated to the people who make this country work. Creating an economy where all work is valued.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Mar 24
All work has dignity. Americans are working harder than ever, with less to show for it.

Sherrod Brown is launching the Dignity of Work Institute to create an economy where work is valued, workers benefit from the wealth they create, and everyone can afford a decent living.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 1d
It’s clear: the economy isn’t working for workers.
Yellow text on a dark background reads: “The economy isn’t working for workers.” At the bottom is the white logo of The Dignity of Work Institute.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 1d
And now, with a government shutdown, even more families are being pushed into financial instability.

H/T @cbsmornings.bsky.social
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 1d
American workers can't afford our basic needs.

H/t @thehill.com
A headline from The Hill reads: “‘Help with mortgage’ Google searches reach levels unseen since 2009.” Below, text reads: “We can’t afford our basic needs.” The background is yellow.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 1d
The top 10% hold nearly 70% of all wealth, while working families are left behind.

Hard work isn’t paying off and wealth isn’t trickling down.

H/t @moreperfectunion.bsky.social
A tweet from More Perfect Union states: “The top 10% now hold 67.4% of all the wealth in the U.S. The bottom 50% hold 2.5%.” The words “top 10%” and “bottom 50%” are bolded, and “2.5%” is underlined in red. Below, text reads: “Wealth isn’t trickling down to workers.” The background is yellow.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 1d
Life is becoming unaffordable for most American workers.
Wages don’t match the cost of living.

H/t @missmayn.bsky.social
A screenshot of tweets from user @missmayn with commentary about the economy. The tweets say: Nursing homes are so expensive they bankrupt families, while nursing aides must use food banks. Daycare costs eat up paychecks while providers earn just $10/hr. College costs hundreds of thousands, leaving students in lifelong debt, while professors live in cars. Everything is astronomically expensive, yet little money goes to the workers providing the services. Below the tweets, text reads: “Hard work isn’t paying off.” The background is yellow.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 1d
The government is shut down. What are workers thinking about?
Yellow text on a dark background reads: “The government is shut down. What are workers thinking about?” At the bottom is a small white logo that says The Dignity of Work Institute with an illustration of the U.S. Capitol dome and a bird.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 15d
It’s time to put workers first.
Dark gray background with centered white text that reads: “American workers can’t keep up. When people can’t afford the basics, the economy isn’t working.” At the bottom is the logo for The Dignity of Work Institute featuring a bird perched on a lantern.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 15d
When people can’t afford the basics, the economy isn’t working.
Yellow background with a Statista bar chart titled: “Cost of Living Is the Biggest Challenge Americans Face.” The chart shows survey results of U.S. adults (ages 18–64) from June 10–July 17, 2025. Percentages of respondents citing major challenges in personal life include: Cost of living 49.1%, Physical health 26.3%, Mental health 26.0%, Work-life balance 25.8%, Political or social issues 22.7%, Age-related concerns 16.7%, Housing 16.6%, Career dissatisfaction or uncertainty 16.2%. Statista logo is in the bottom corner. The Dignity of Work Institute logo appears at the bottom of the graphic.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 15d
📈 Food, gas, utilities, housing—all more expensive.
📉 The jobs outlook is weaker.

Workers can’t keep up. Nearly 1 in 2 Americans say the cost of living is their biggest challenge today.
Yellow background with two news headline screenshots. The top headline from CNN Business reads: “Double whammy for Americans: Inflation continues to rise as jobs outlook grows weaker,” by Alicia Wallace, updated September 11, 2025. The bottom headline from CBS News MoneyWatch reads: “CBS News price tracker shows how much food, gas, utility and housing costs are rising,” by John Kelly, Grace Manthey, and Taylor Johnston, updated September 11, 2025. The Dignity of Work Institute Logo appears at the bottom of the graphic.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 15d
American workers are being squeezed harder than ever. Wages aren’t keeping up, but prices keep rising. 🧵
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 25d
It’s time to rebuild faith in the American Dream by building an economy that works for everyone.
Black background with bold yellow text: “HARD WORK SHOULD PAY OFF. THE ECONOMY ISN’T WORKING FOR AMERICAN WORKERS.” At the bottom is The Dignity of Work Institute logo.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 25d
Families are struggling with rising costs, limited opportunities, and a future that feels out of reach.
Yellow background with bold black text: “Data from the Wall Street Journal–NORC survey says:” followed by bullet points: Nearly 70% of Americans say hard work no longer guarantees success Only 1 in 4 are confident they could buy a home Only 25% believe they can improve their standard of living Source link is listed at the bottom.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 25d
According to a new Wall Street Journal–NORC poll:
📉 Only 25% of Americans believe they can improve their standard of living (lowest since 1987)
🚫 Nearly 70% say hard work no longer guarantees success
🏠 Just 1 in 4 feel confident they could buy a home
We need an economy that works for everyone.
Yellow background with a large black box styled as a Wall Street Journal headline. It reads: “Americans Lose Faith That Hard Work Leads to Economic Gains, WSJ–NORC Poll Finds.” Subtext: “Trump is contending with a disconnect between the nation’s sour outlook and traditional measures showing a robust economy.”
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · 25d
The American Dream is slipping away.
Black background with bold yellow text that reads: “AMERICAN WORKERS HAVE STOPPED BELIEVING IN THE AMERICAN DREAM.” At the bottom is The Dignity of Work Institute logo.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Sep 4
This Labor Day was a reminder that this economy isn’t working for workers. Dignity, fair wages, and stability are worth fighting for every day.
Dark gray background with centered white text that reads: “This economy isn’t working. Workers deserve better.” At the bottom is The Dignity of Work Institute logo.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Sep 4
Opportunities are scarce, competition is brutal.

One job listing can attract thousands of applicants in a matter of days.
Yellow background with a CNN image of a person in graduation robes and cap walking up stairs. The headline on the image reads: “This is the worst job market in years for college grads.” Below the image, white text in a rounded box says: “Opportunities are scarce, competition is brutal.”
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Sep 4
The cost of living has skyrocketed.

Home prices are now about twice what they were in 2009.
Yellow background with a screenshot of a More Perfect Union post. It says: “The average home price is now about twice what it was in 2009.” Below the post, white text in a rounded box says: “Cost of living has skyrocketed.”
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Sep 4
Wages haven’t kept up.
Yellow background with a screenshot of a tweet by Qasim Rashid. The tweet says: “Labor Day reminder: If the min wage increased at the rate of inflation & productivity since 1960 it'd be $26 today—not $7.25. Meaning—billionaires & corps have stolen at least $19/hour from working Americans for 60 years. We don't suffer a lack of resources—but an excess of greed.” Below the tweet, white text in a rounded box says: “Wages haven’t kept up.”
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Sep 4
Monday was Labor Day. Today, American workers are still struggling. 🧵
Yellow background with bold white text in black font reading: “American workers aren’t doing well.” Below, smaller text reads: “Takeaways from Labor Day:” with a right-pointing arrow.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Aug 22
No worker should have to choose between rent and groceries. Who is our economy really working for?
Dark background with yellow text that says: “Workers shouldn’t have to choose between buying food and paying rent. We want an economy that works for everyone, not just the ultra wealthy.” At the bottom is the logo of The Dignity of Work Institute, featuring a bird perched on an open cage.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Aug 22
But wages aren’t keeping up. Families are forced to make impossible choices. www.cnn.com/2025/08/08/b...
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Aug 22
Grocery prices are up 2.2% compared to last year. Staples are rising fast: coffee (+15%), ground beef (+11%), eggs (+16%).
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Aug 22
American families are being squeezed.
Dark background with large yellow text that reads: “AMERICAN WORKERS CAN’T AFFORD FOOD RIGHT NOW.” At the bottom is a small yellow bird perched on an open cage.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Aug 19
Half of Americans couldn’t cover a $1,000 emergency expense.

That’s not personal failure—it’s proof our economy isn’t working.

We joined @onecountryproject.bsky.social to talk about building an economy where everyone can afford the basics.
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Dignity of Work Institute @dignityofwork.bsky.social · Aug 7
American workers are asking to be seen, heard, and valued.
It’s time for an economy that works for all of us, not just the wealthiest few.
Large bold yellow text on a dark background reads: “American workers: See us and care for us.” At the bottom is the logo for The Dignity of Work Institute, featuring a small white U.S. Capitol dome and a yellow bird perched on top.
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