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Black government workers look for jobs in other sectors as shutdown continues - NBC News
Federal jobs have long been a lifeline for the Black middle class, but as the government shutdown drags on, that lifeline may be unraveling. NBC News’ Zinhle Essamuah speaks with multiple former federal employees about their experience losing their jobs and where they are now looking for work.