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The Trucker, His Downfall, and the US Economy
The Trucker, His Downfall, and the US Economy - Sociological Images
According to this graphic by NPR, "truck driver" is the most common occupation in most US states: But truck driving isn't what it used to be. In 1980, truckers made the equivalent of $110,000 annually; today, the average trucker makes $40,000. What happened to this omnipresent American occupation?
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I had no idea this many people were employed as truck drivers. This was an interesting read!