I am on the precipice of one and don't want that to turn me into a disengaged normies, lib, or chud. I know that a local DSA chapter was financially backed by a person of incredible means, so I wonder what keeps such people left wing or at least SocDem.
I'm a construction estimator, job postings will ask for a degree in construction management, engineering or 5-10 years experience in the trades. Easiest way to get this job is with field experience compared to an education. You do gotta prove to be somewhat intelligent, if you can show problem solving skills and adept blueprint reading someone will hire you.