The Pros And Cons Of Raising The Federal Minimum Wage
My research leads me to stand behind the idea of raising the federal minimum wage, within reason. Doing so would raise the standard of living, it could create more tax money for the government, and workers would, without a doubt, gain more motivation to work harder and more diligently on the job. In my opinion, it would not be right to significantly raise federal minimum pay.
On the other hand, raising the federal minimum wage could actually create jobs. When I moved to Kentucky to attend Union, I experienced extreme culture shock. For the first time in my life, I was not only witnessing but literally living in a culture of poverty. Having lived in Knox County since September 2015, I understand the struggle that those making minimum wage are
On the other hand, raising the federal minimum wage could actually create jobs. When I moved to Kentucky to attend Union, I experienced extreme culture shock. For the first time in my life, I was not only witnessing but literally living in a culture of poverty. Having lived in Knox County since September 2015, I understand the struggle that those making minimum wage are