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2007 downturn boasts the most severe job loss since WWII

2007 recession and range of largest job growth, largest job loss, and average change in employment for all post-war recessions

Chart: 2007 recession and range of largest job growth, largest job loss, and average change in employment for all post-war recessions
Updated February 1, 2011

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