Thumbs Down: DOL Reports large layoffs increased in July.

That makes 4 thumbs down in a row.  
Anyone got any good news?

In July, 1,340 mass layoff actions affected 137,420 workers

08/23/2012

In July, employers took 1,340 mass layoff actions
involving 137,420 workers. Mass layoff events increased
by 23 from June, and associated initial claims increased
by 6,014.

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