This also dramatically increases the leverage employers have over their employees. If you live in a company town, your kids go to the company school, your spou

This also dramatically increases the leverage employers have over their employees. If you live in a company town, your kids go to the company school, your spouse will either work for the company or be dependent on the company for their business. If you're terminated, or simply want to negotiate for better terms - the company already has you beat. The company knows that you won't go home and tell your kids they have to move and your partner that they need a new job for a 5% raise.