Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?
No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle
I think this may be true, but if an 18 year old is living on their own, they may need more money to be able to live off of, like $15 an hour instead of $12.
@9FDFW6N7mos7MO
Yeah, so find a job that is paying more. There are well-paying jobs available; they just may be not as convenient or flexible, but they're there.
@C1vilRightsBillSocialist7mos7MO
While I see where you're coming from, it's not always as simple as just finding a better-paying job. For example, someone may be working two jobs already just to make ends meet, and they simply don't have the time or energy to find and adjust to a new job - especially if it's less flexible. Plus, in many areas, higher paying jobs require qualifications that some people might not have and can't afford to get. What would be your solution to this problem?
While it's true that a young adult living on their own may need more income, raising the minimum wage might not be the best solution. Consider a small business struggling to turn a profit. If they're required to pay their employees $15 an hour, they may not be able to afford to hire as many workers, leading to job loss. Or, they might have to raise their prices to cover the increased labor cost, which would affect all of their customers. What do you think about this scenario? Could there be a better way to help young adults afford living expenses without potentially harming small businesses or consumers?
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