April was a target rich environment, no doubt! Finding the murder hornets was great, and just in time for my arrival as a resident here. Now, if only they could find the nest where the California assembly reps go....
Don't know how you do it Jane, but you knock it out of the park every time (more baseball!). Appreciate all of the research and humor you put in to your work!
"There’s a bill in the state legislature with bipartisan support to ban passengers from using CLEAR". What ever happened to incentive? If I see someone getting through the line faster, dressing better, eating better, I have incentive to follow their lead and do it for myself. Society doesn't improve by pulling people down.
I love reading your reporting. With all of the doom and violence in the world (brought into my living room daily), I need your reporting to brighten my spirits and provide hope. How? Your stories show that there is a seemingly inexhaustible amount of stupid people in the world and with so many idiots running around, I rest assured that they will screw up any attempt at serious damage. Reducing it to inspired buffoonery!
As usual Jane your D&D missives make me laugh. However, you neglected to mention that Julie Su did such a bang up job when she neglected to look into or explain the unemployment debacle here in CA, that is costing us BILLIONS, she’s now the acting Secretary of Labor in Washington. You can’t make this s… up. Now, in my humble opinion, Gina Raimondo is someone to keep your eye on at Commerce. God I wish she’d think about running for president in 2028!
"Harry Crouch" 😅🤣😂 Your killing me saying that in your article with a straight face. Love your articles.
I agree with you on companies cooking the financial books with different methodology to look good with no consistent method. That is why it's best to just buy etfs or mutual funds like VOO. Less risk. Or just put your cash in 5% CDs and sleep well at night
Jane - I too had had to look up “exorsexism” and “misandry.” As usual, I learned something from your Substack post! And we love baseball in my house. Go Yankees.
"There’s a bill in the state legislature with bipartisan support to ban passengers from using CLEAR". What ever happened to incentive? If I see someone getting through the line faster, dressing better, eating better, I have incentive to follow their lead and do it for myself. Society doesn't improve by pulling people down.
Technically, people can't even get mad about the Ozempig name, because Olympic is name, because Ozempic is the medication for diabetes, and wegovi is the medication for obesity
"American women are still earning 84 cents for every dollar a man brings home. "
We all earn what we deserve. If we didn't, only a fool would stay in that job. You know that.
You get paid what you are worth to your employer. You know that.
Men work longer hours. More hours: more pay. You know that.
Men stay in the same job longer, earning pay raises. You know that.
Men create more businesses than women, paying themselves more for the risks involved. You know that.
Men are more flexible in the hours worked. Men do most of the swing and grave yard shifts. Those shifts usually pay extra. You know that
Men work in more dangerous jobs. More danger: more pay. You know that.
Men will do work that most women will refuse to do. You know that.
Most men do more physically demanding jobs that most women cannot do or refuse to do. You know that.
Most men by nature are more competitive then most women. They push to do more and to get ahead. You know that.
Men tend to go to jobs that pay more (Math, Engineering, etc.) While women tend to lower paying jobs (Theater Arts, counseling, etc.) You know that.
The above is true even in the same occupation/job title.
You know all this, yet you happily throw in your 84% figure.
You likely did a 3 second search, found this figure, and threw it in to fill space. And you probably even believe this figure, without knowing the facts. Which casts doubts on what you publish.
I agree with some of this, but certainly not all. But I think you’re missing the humorous point I was trying to make. Ladies Night harms men about as much as my Philosophy degree does. And letting me into the game for free will not create a sexual lure for any male fan, believe me (though my husband is ordered to say that it will).
Well, just to start: “Men will do work that most women will refuse to do. You know that.” Women are constantly asked to take on menial endeavors that men refuse to do, because there’s no future advancement in it. I could go on, but the point is that it’s difficult to make apples to apples comparisons, especially when women choose to take time off to have children… and lose their place in line for advancement. In the end, it’s 84 cents. Let’s just agree to disagree on some of this.
Actually I am somebody a few people pay attention to (try Google). I repeat — I thought your tone to my dear friend Jane was snarky. No anger issues here. But I’m betting you can’t let this go and you’ll be writing back something equally snotty within a few minutes of reading my reply. Have a lovely day, sir.
Well, I have to post again. Diane is a dear friend, a stellar investigative journalist, and a woman to be reckoned with. I’m happy she has my back. Let’s celebrate the ability to trade barbs! It’s still legal!
As a woman who chose sales as a career just so someone couldn't limit what I make and ultimately started my own business for the same reason. I would like to say John, you really don't understand. Some women stay at the lower pay because it's not any different anywhere else. Some stay because there is flexibility that they value. I certainly don't vilify all men. But the facts do speak for themselves: What is the wage gap currently?
Women earn an average of 16% less than men.[1]
For every dollar earned by men, women earned 84 cents.[1]
The controlled gender pay gap, which considers factors such as job title, experience, education, industry, job level and hours worked, is currently at 99 cents for every dollar men earn.[4] Forbes Advisor March 2024
April was a target rich environment, no doubt! Finding the murder hornets was great, and just in time for my arrival as a resident here. Now, if only they could find the nest where the California assembly reps go....
They gather in the same spot.
LOL.
Don't know how you do it Jane, but you knock it out of the park every time (more baseball!). Appreciate all of the research and humor you put in to your work!
reading this just made me not care too much about the DOW down 500pts today 🫠
"There’s a bill in the state legislature with bipartisan support to ban passengers from using CLEAR". What ever happened to incentive? If I see someone getting through the line faster, dressing better, eating better, I have incentive to follow their lead and do it for myself. Society doesn't improve by pulling people down.
You really nailed some bad actors this month, Jane. Well done!
I love reading your reporting. With all of the doom and violence in the world (brought into my living room daily), I need your reporting to brighten my spirits and provide hope. How? Your stories show that there is a seemingly inexhaustible amount of stupid people in the world and with so many idiots running around, I rest assured that they will screw up any attempt at serious damage. Reducing it to inspired buffoonery!
As usual Jane your D&D missives make me laugh. However, you neglected to mention that Julie Su did such a bang up job when she neglected to look into or explain the unemployment debacle here in CA, that is costing us BILLIONS, she’s now the acting Secretary of Labor in Washington. You can’t make this s… up. Now, in my humble opinion, Gina Raimondo is someone to keep your eye on at Commerce. God I wish she’d think about running for president in 2028!
You are THE best Jane.
Love the Fresno story, Jane...good news, the team has BATS!!
Better than any OpEd in the country!
…and much more informative too!
"Harry Crouch" 😅🤣😂 Your killing me saying that in your article with a straight face. Love your articles.
I agree with you on companies cooking the financial books with different methodology to look good with no consistent method. That is why it's best to just buy etfs or mutual funds like VOO. Less risk. Or just put your cash in 5% CDs and sleep well at night
Another great job.
Or you can buy Treasury Bills which are usually higher than regular CDs, and not pay any local or state taxes on your earned interest.
Jane - I too had had to look up “exorsexism” and “misandry.” As usual, I learned something from your Substack post! And we love baseball in my house. Go Yankees.
I’d “like” this except for the Yankees part. Xoxo
Cool hazmat suit.
"There’s a bill in the state legislature with bipartisan support to ban passengers from using CLEAR". What ever happened to incentive? If I see someone getting through the line faster, dressing better, eating better, I have incentive to follow their lead and do it for myself. Society doesn't improve by pulling people down.
Technically, people can't even get mad about the Ozempig name, because Olympic is name, because Ozempic is the medication for diabetes, and wegovi is the medication for obesity
"American women are still earning 84 cents for every dollar a man brings home. "
We all earn what we deserve. If we didn't, only a fool would stay in that job. You know that.
You get paid what you are worth to your employer. You know that.
Men work longer hours. More hours: more pay. You know that.
Men stay in the same job longer, earning pay raises. You know that.
Men create more businesses than women, paying themselves more for the risks involved. You know that.
Men are more flexible in the hours worked. Men do most of the swing and grave yard shifts. Those shifts usually pay extra. You know that
Men work in more dangerous jobs. More danger: more pay. You know that.
Men will do work that most women will refuse to do. You know that.
Most men do more physically demanding jobs that most women cannot do or refuse to do. You know that.
Most men by nature are more competitive then most women. They push to do more and to get ahead. You know that.
Men tend to go to jobs that pay more (Math, Engineering, etc.) While women tend to lower paying jobs (Theater Arts, counseling, etc.) You know that.
The above is true even in the same occupation/job title.
You know all this, yet you happily throw in your 84% figure.
You likely did a 3 second search, found this figure, and threw it in to fill space. And you probably even believe this figure, without knowing the facts. Which casts doubts on what you publish.
You can do better. You know that.
I agree with some of this, but certainly not all. But I think you’re missing the humorous point I was trying to make. Ladies Night harms men about as much as my Philosophy degree does. And letting me into the game for free will not create a sexual lure for any male fan, believe me (though my husband is ordered to say that it will).
I didn't miss the humor part. But why throw in the 84% part?
And what do you disagree with?
Well, just to start: “Men will do work that most women will refuse to do. You know that.” Women are constantly asked to take on menial endeavors that men refuse to do, because there’s no future advancement in it. I could go on, but the point is that it’s difficult to make apples to apples comparisons, especially when women choose to take time off to have children… and lose their place in line for advancement. In the end, it’s 84 cents. Let’s just agree to disagree on some of this.
The point is you have no valid facts to back up the 84%.
What 'menial endeavors' do men refuse to do? That..is your only point? And who forces anyone to stay in 'menial endeavors'?
Yes, women take time off for children. And? It is their choice.
Men were drafted into the military and killed and wounded. No chance for advancement. No choice there.
In the end... 84% is BS. Just another fake point.
Of course it is their choice. But at a cost. Also, we’ve had an all-volunteer military for decades. Women are now getting killed in combat, too! And they choose to join! https://janewells.substack.com/p/learn-to-say-no-to-extra-work-22-08-28
I don’t like your tone here, John Lo. Didn’t your mother ever tell you not to be snotty? OR DID YOU ALREADY KNOW THAT?
Okay. This made me laugh out loud.
You... do not like my tone here? Oh my.
Are you somebody anyone pays any attention to?
My stating facts disturbs you to the point of you bellowing at me? Oh my.
You have anger issues. OR DID YOU ALREADY KNOW THAT?
Actually I am somebody a few people pay attention to (try Google). I repeat — I thought your tone to my dear friend Jane was snarky. No anger issues here. But I’m betting you can’t let this go and you’ll be writing back something equally snotty within a few minutes of reading my reply. Have a lovely day, sir.
We all know you can't let go. You're here twice already.
Did your mommy ever tell you not to be stupid?
The only one here being snooty, snarky, and also stupid, is you.
I notice you forgot to BELLOW USING CAPITAL LETTERS!
Oh my! A few people pay attention to you. How wonderful for you.
Yes, you are angry and obsessed.
Shall I bet your snotty obsession makes you post again?
Well, I have to post again. Diane is a dear friend, a stellar investigative journalist, and a woman to be reckoned with. I’m happy she has my back. Let’s celebrate the ability to trade barbs! It’s still legal!
As a woman who chose sales as a career just so someone couldn't limit what I make and ultimately started my own business for the same reason. I would like to say John, you really don't understand. Some women stay at the lower pay because it's not any different anywhere else. Some stay because there is flexibility that they value. I certainly don't vilify all men. But the facts do speak for themselves: What is the wage gap currently?
Women earn an average of 16% less than men.[1]
For every dollar earned by men, women earned 84 cents.[1]
The controlled gender pay gap, which considers factors such as job title, experience, education, industry, job level and hours worked, is currently at 99 cents for every dollar men earn.[4] Forbes Advisor March 2024