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safety net



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General Motors is setting up a $4.5 billion safety net designed to keep critical components flowing through supply-chain troubles, The Wall Street Journal’s Sharon Terlep writes.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 12, 2026

And Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth described them as "a milestone in delivering stronger protections and a fairer safety net for gig economy workers".

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

In Western European countries, those services are frequently part of the social safety net.

From Salon Aug. 11, 2026

“She’s in charge of Gaby’s voice — and it’s a tremendous safety net for us as a writing staff.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

Losing it will be like losing a safety net.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas




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