We all know the federal minimum wage in the U.S. has been stuck at $7.25 an hour since 2009. That’s fifteen years of burgers, rent, and gas prices doing their own thing while the wage floor stays frozen. Honestly, it’s like watching a snail race against a Tesla—and the snail is tied to a brick.
You might be thinking, “But isn’t there talk about raising it?” Yes, there’s always talk. But talk doesn’t pay for your Wi-Fi bill, does it? (Looking at you, Congress.)
