[icedchai]

Even people in category #1 should be concerned. Even if their income is not directly affected, the potential for disruption is clearly brewing: mass unemployment, social and civil unrest.

I know smart and capable people that have been unemployed for 6+ months now, and a few much longer. Some have been through multiple layoffs.

I am presently employed, but have looked for a job. The market is the worst I've seen in my almost 30 year career. I feel deeply for anyone who needs a new job right now. It is really bad out there.