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Labor Exchange Policy in the United States

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  • David E. Balducchi
    (U.S. Department of Labor)

  • Randall W. Eberts
    (W.E. Upjohn Institute)

  • Christopher J. O'Leary
    (W.E. Upjohn Institute)

Abstract

This book describes the evolution of labor exchange policy in the United States, summarizes the major findings about the effectiveness of labor exchange services, and offers reflections on the future for labor exchange policy. In addition, the contributors provide an international perspective on job brokerage functions and a discussion on the appropriate role for governments in helping job seekers and employers make the proper job match.

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  • David E. Balducchi & Randall W. Eberts & Christopher J. O'Leary (ed.), 2004. "Labor Exchange Policy in the United States," Books from Upjohn Press, W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research, number lep, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:upj:ubooks:lep
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    Keywords

    labor exchange; labor exchange services; employment match; job match;
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    JEL classification:

    • J68 - Labor and Demographic Economics - - Mobility, Unemployment, Vacancies, and Immigrant Workers - - - Public Policy

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