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Country music star rips industry, fellow artists: ‘Ain’t no ass kickers no more’
By Brian O'Malley
Dear Annie: My boss's favorite gets the praise. I get the criticism. How much more should I take?
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Senior Reporter · Syracuse, NY
With a degree in Business Journalism from Columbia University, Marcus has spent a decade reporting on economic trends and local businesses for the Albany Times Union and formerly for NPR’s Upstate New York affiliate. His deep understanding of the financial landscape equips him to provide context to local economic shifts impacting Syracuse families.
More from Marcus →Senior Reporter · Monday, November 9, 2026 at 12:00 AM · 1 min read
Dear Annie: I’ve worked at the same company for almost 12 years, and until recently, I genuinely loved my job. I take pride in my work and have always received excellent performance reviews. But two years ago, we got a new manager, and going to work has become something I dread.
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