Unemployment. A problem so many people around the world have to face. Without a steady job it’s almost impossible to make money. But, in one part of Norway unemployment isn’t a problem. The article “No Job? Get Lost!” from Upfront magizine talks about a town where not having a job isn’t allowed.
“If you don’t have a job, you can’t live here” Odd Olsen Ingero, the govenor states. But why? Not having a job doesn’t make you a bad person, or dangerous, it just makes you unemployed. In this town unemployment isn’t just frowned upon, it’s illegal! Police will deport anyone without a job. It’s simply unfair that you will be banned from living somewhere just because you don’t have a job. What if you got layed off, or fired? That’s not your fault. According to the article “Homelessness is also banned” which is also extremely unfair and upsetting. Since I live in New York I see homeless people everyday who are suffering . Not everyone can get a job, or even get an education. Being punished for that is just wrong.
Overall the article showed me that unemployment is a huge problem, and no one should be punished for that. Though that almost crime-free town in Norway may seem like a desirable place to live for some, I don’t think I will be moving there any time soon.
I did the same article as you! This was very thought provoking and I thought you had a strong hook. I love your writing style
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