Who’s really working class in America?

Who’s really working class in America?

August 31, 2026 · 42 min

About this episode

The episode explores the evolving definition of America's working class amidst financial pressures on various workers.

When politicians talk about America’s working class, they often mean blue collar workers without college degrees. But as more workers feel financially squeezed, should we expand that definition? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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