From what I understand, the AI bubble is compounded by an affordability crisis. The price of assets (housing, stocks, gold, etc.) has been increasing far faster than wages and consumer prices. The upswing in prices of everything is likely to support the AI bubble longer than expected.
That means there are 20,000 workers from various crafts who all share the same vacation policy. It's not the type of thing that comes up in department-level union negotiations.
Unless you're OK with looking foolish in front of your boyfriend's dad, I would rent an automatic. You also have the possibility of damaging the clutch if you're not careful.
That said, it shouldn't take more than an afternoon to get the hang of it, so, either way.
Our shift workers have the option to work on holidays for 2.5x. if the observed holiday is on their rdo they get a banked holiday. If they take it off they get normal 1x holiday pay
Not exactly what you're looking for, but still fun.
Arsenal Firearms AF2011A1
Here's Scott shooting it
https://youtu.be/bJrLE-O42m0