Raising the Minimum Wage: a Pathway to Economic Equity
Words: 734 Pages: 2 7269Introduction The debate over whether increasing the minimum wage benefits the economically disadvantaged has persisted for years. This essay argues that raising the minimum wage is not only beneficial but necessary for the survival and prosperity of working-class families. As the cost of living continues to rise, particularly in major urban centers like New York City, it becomes increasingly challenging for families to sustain themselves on current minimum wage levels. Thus, there is an urgent need to address wage inadequacies […]