I don’t think older generations understand $15 to $20 an hour just isn't enough.
People aren't lazy. People want to work and provide for their families.
It’s just tough to find motivation when what you are earning barely (or doesn't at all) cover your day to day expenses.
Here’s the Chest X-Ray of a young girl suffering from a condition that is now the #1 cause of death in children and adolescents in the U.S.
What’s the diagnosis?
Folks can make 10s or even 100s of thousands in rent payments on time, no issues.
And then be told they can't qualify for a mortgage with a LOWER monthly payment.
The system is rigged. It's predatory. And it needs to change.
It's not much to ask for.
I want solid healthcare, some nice roads and infrastructure, world class education, good social services, and a safety net for those less fortunate.
You know, all the stuff that we pay taxes for.
Not subsidies and tax breaks for the rich.