Lazonick explores the origins of the new era of employment insecurity and income inequality, and considers what governments, businesses, and individuals can do about it. He also asks whether the United States can refashion its high-tech business model to generate stable and equitable economic...

Low-skilled jobs: the reality behind the popular perceptions -- What are low-skilled jobs? -- Who fills low-skilled positions? -- The economic environment facing workers in low-skilled positions -- The argument for skills -- Policy solutions -- First chance: building skills in public schools --...