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What modern economic illusion convinces gig workers they are business owners despite having zero control over their pay?

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What modern economic illusion convinces gig workers they are business owners despite having zero control over their pay?

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What modern economic illusion convinces gig workers they are business owners despite having zero control over their pay?
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