By the 1970s and 80s, women were entering the workforce in record numbers. However, a pivotal shift occurred during the Great Recession of 2008. In what economists termed a "he-cession," male-dominated industries like manufacturing and construction were hit hardest. Simultaneously, sectors dominated by women—healthcare, education, and service—remained relatively stable.
The post-WWII era (roughly 1945 to 1965) created the "golden age" of the male . Thanks to unionized manufacturing jobs and the GI Bill, a single income could buy a house, a car, and support a family of four. The "housewife" was a status symbol, signaling that a man earned enough for his wife to stay home. breadwinner
What’s the hardest part about being a breadwinner for you? By the 1970s and 80s, women were entering