The gig economy has transformed the way we live our lives. From food delivery to rideshare to freelance design, a whole bundle of services is at our fingertips. But the gig economy has a sustainability problem.
Paid advice that millions of Americans rely on and that serves no threat to public well-being must be free of government intervention. Individuals should not be subjected to government silencing or lose their livelihoods simply because they are not licensed professionals.
While licensing is still useful for protecting consumers, it can also become a tool for protecting those who are already licensed or financially stable.