@DaveVoyles what the larger problem that you think is being ignored?
Raising minimum wage seems like a temp solution to a larger problem. It's like putting a band aid on a broken arm.
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@theroostarr what can't people afford? Healthcare, education. Prices continue to rise, but quality continues to lower. - Show replies
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@DaveVoyles Minimum wage exists to give some negotiating leverage to people that otherwise wouldn't have any. -
@EdDiGeronimo that's a valid point too
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@DaveVoyles Minimum wage isn't supposed to create a good wage, but to set a floor that avoids a raise to the bottom on wagesThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@DaveVoyles You should still be struggling if your only job pays minimum wage. But you should be able to improve your life & escape from it.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@DaveVoyles Math for 40-hr week at min wage is basically below poverty line.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@DaveVoyles Would be interested in stats re: current min wage and upward mobility. Probably bleak.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@DaveVoyles Many min wage jobs no longer high schoolers, either. Tough times for most. :-/ - End of conversation
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