It
has been a top story in newspapers and news stations around the United States.
Steadily, the number of women in the workforce is increasing. Women make just a
bit under half of America’s workforce (46.6% in 2011). Yet, women are above men
in that they are obtaining higher degrees. The 2010 consensus reported that 37%
employed women have a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to 35% of men.
Because women are becoming a bigger part of America’s workforce, it’s important
to know how they will affect our economy! Overall, women have been (and will
continue) to have a positive effect on America’s economy because they
contribute enormously to our GDP, help build and sustain successful companies,
and spend their money to further boost America's economy.
Trevizo, Perla. "Women Overtake Men in Earning
Degrees at All Levels." Timesfreepress.com. Times
Free Press, 21 Feb. 2012. Web. 6 Dec. 2012.
Source: U.S. Department of Education
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