Reply #7: I don't blame you for making what you think is your best economic choice given the circumstances

[aikoaiko]

But I certainly can't criticize the Census folks for offering you a job that they needed filled. I wouldn't call their offer a farce.

I am sure someone more desperate or willing than you will take the job.

edited to add: Just make sure you acting in your own best interest in term of your Unemployment Insurance, rules, and laws.