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Podcast: The Smerconish Podcast
Episode: Should You Check Papers Before Hiring Help?
Description: Should there be legal consequences for those who hire day laborers outside Home Depot without verifying their immigration status? That's today's poll question at Smerconish.com. Michael dives into the immigration debate sparked by weekend clashes in Los Angeles, the legality and ethics of on-the-spot hiring, and a personal story about TaskRabbit, a missing sofa, and a revealing look at how many Americans navigate the labor market. This is about more than immigration—it’s about who we hire, why we hire, and what it says about us. Listen, then cast your own vote at Smerconish.com, and please rate and...