In an effort to understand these somewhat unexpected and perplexing conditions, we at the Survey Center on American Life
Perspectives of the job market differ significantly between these two groups. Even though they are less likely to be looking, the chronically unemployed are more optimistic. Six in 10 say now is a good time to find a high-quality job, compared to only 47% of the pandemic unemployed.
More than one in four chronically unemployed report they are not currently working because they are caring for children or family members. Getting caretakers employed may require making more accommodations through part-time arrangements or remote work. This could be especially important in bringing mothers back into the workforce – nearly all unemployed mothers say that balancing family needs is one of the most important factors or a very important factor in choosing a job.
dcoxpolls amersurveyctr supply and demand don't you get the numbers