Quiet Quitting or Quiet Exploitation? What the Debate Really Misses

I’ve heard a lot of talk about “quiet quitting” lately. The media and corporations are quick to frame it as workers disengaging, doing the bare minimum, or even shirking responsibilities. But let me tell you what’s really happening: this isn’t about quiet quitting—it’s about quiet exploitation.

For too long, workers have been told to “go above and beyond,” sacrificing their time, health, and well-being without fair pay or recognition. Meanwhile, corporate profits skyrocket, and CEOs rake in millions. Workers aren’t quitting—they’re standing up. And I stand with them.

The Truth About Quiet Quitting

Quiet quitting isn’t laziness or apathy. It’s workers setting boundaries and refusing to give more than they’re paid for. It’s saying no to unpaid overtime, to answering emails on weekends, to giving away labor for free.

For decades, corporate greed has pushed workers to the brink. Wages have stagnated, workloads have increased, and job security has eroded. And yet, workers are blamed for wantin…