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> Minimum wage isn't just flat for a decade, it's not being adjusted for inflation. This means minimum wage workers have been getting a pay cut over time.

All while necessities like rent / housing has increased faster than inflation.

No wonder lots of minimum wage people have multiple jobs. Pay stays the same, but rent goes up $50/month every year - without any changes.




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