They also have greater job security than their opposite numbers in the private sector.

ECONOMIST: Pensions

The increased attention paid to Victor Oladipo may generate additional marketing dollars for the guard leading up to the NBA Draft, but more importantly, his rise in draft stock will undoubtedly result in more money and greater job security for the Indiana basketball player at the next level.

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For there is a price to pay for more security and greater job protection: a slowness to adjust and innovate that means, in the long run, less growth.

ECONOMIST: Europe's economies

An extra 13 weeks when you're really desperate for the job is really important, and it does give you a sense of greater security.

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