Tue, 30.12.08
the widening (pay) gap
The Annual Austrian Income Report by the Federal Auditors reveals more of the same: women earn significantly less than men, even in the public sector where – officially – equal pay for equal work is “implemented.” Even more worrisome: the gap between rich and poor is widening considerably: While the lowest 10% are loosing compared to ten years ago, the highest 10% have added some 24% during this time.