It’s a time to boost opportunities for work and business growth, not stifle it – which is precisely what the new rule will do.
With its recent rule restricting the classification of independent contractors, the Biden administration has made it clear: It wants to wage war on workers – and is willing for women to be the collateral damage.
The rule, which redefines who can be classified as an independent contractor, was put forward by the administration in what it claimed was an additional layer of protection for workers. The reality couldn’t be further from the truth.
It is particularly disheartening to see this action carried out by Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su, a woman who undoubtedly understands that this rule will have a disproportionate impact on women.
In the past year alone, 64 million Americans freelanced, half of whom were women. Women choose independent contractor status because of the flexibility it affords them, a particularly important factor for those raising children or aiding in caring for parents or other family members. Ninety-two percent of female workers prioritize flexibility over stability when it comes to their careers.
