> Academia is exploitative. As another commenter noted, this person could likely easily go into the private sector and earn multiples of their salary. Also $70

> Academia is exploitative. As another commenter noted, this person could likely easily go into the private sector and earn multiples of their salary. Also $70k is smack on for median salaries in LA. This person chooses to work in academia. He is not being exploited. Presumably he finds it more fulfilling to do what he does currently. And good for him. But that’s a luxury. Nothing in life guarantees your dream job and your dream salary.