We are definitely overdue for a raise in the minimum wage. $15 would be a shock to the labor market though. Not to mention the potential impact on inflation.

The assumption that millions of people “have to make a living” via such jobs is a major part of the issue.

What’s frustrating is economists who act like economics is a science when in fact they have no clue (see Phillips curve, NIRP).

Chefs actually can make decent money.

You are missing his point and taking his plumber and welder comment far too literally. Job openings per the Labor Department’s JOLTS survey are at or near all time highs (over 5.4 million). This speaks to a mismatch in skills. Anyone ever considered that perhaps a burger flipping job isn’t intended to be a career…

Frankly I think ACA needs to be tweaked regardless. 40%+ premium increases in at least 11 states next year and an average increase of 22% across all states is not exactly an optimal healthcare system. “Best of luck” was more an attempt at empathy and civil discourse surrounding an issue that too often lacks such…

Nothing - at what point did I imply that I was a political activist? Why is that if I want to enact “change” or act against the powers that be that I am held to a higher standard of action?

You and Unabashed Appliantologist make very valid points.

Yep how dare I for voting how I deemed appropriate! What a monster I am...That said I do wish you the best of luck with your asthma and access to healthcare

Couldn’t I say the exact same thing about you and “your party”? Also I am an independent.

You really going to demonize me because I liked neither Trump or Clinton and voted for the Libertarian ticket with the hope of expanding a two party system to add more alternatives? I understand you are demoralized with the results, but these sorts of tantrums and talking in absolutes that condemn people with…