Which Act was established to avoid widespread joblessness in the United States?

• A. Employment Act of 1946
• B. Fair Labor Standards Act
• C. Social Security Act
• D. National Labor Relations Act

Answer: (A)

The Employment Act of 1946 was created with the primary goal of promoting maximum employment and avoiding widespread joblessness in the United States. This act established the federal government’s responsibility to ensure that the economy operates at a level where all willing and able workers can find employment. It laid the groundwork for a framework that prioritizes employment levels and economic stability as key indicators of national strength. The Act also resulted in the creation of the Council of Economic Advisers, which provided the President with information and recommendations on economic policy to help maintain low unemployment.

While the other options have important roles in the American labor landscape, they do not focus specifically on the prevention of joblessness: the Fair Labor Standards Act addresses wage and hours regulation, the Social Security Act centers on social insurance and assistance during retirement and unemployment, and the National Labor Relations Act pertains to workers' rights to organize and engage in collective bargaining.