wage powerpoint kevin landry
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Introduction
• The most basic needs of millions of Americans are not being met.
• Who profits from earners of low wages & income? • Concerns of raising the employee wages. • Benefits of increasing employee wages.
Basic Needs Are Not Being Met• Everyday millions of Americans cannot provide
the most basic needs for themselves or family.
• As a nation we need to wake up to the world around us.
Who Profits from Low Wages?
• J.P Morgan Chase owns contracts in 21 states for the EBT Program Transaction Card.
• Between 2004-2012 Chase has profited HALF of TRILLON
dollars. • Chase continues to be one of the largest campaign
political donors and lobbyist in Washington DC.
Concerns Against Wage Increases
• Loss of jobs and decline in employment rate.
• Increase in jobs moving offshore.• Unnecessary assistance to people who
don’t need it.
Positives For Increased Wages • Increase in spending as increased pay is
put back into the economy. • Improved quality of life. • Restoration of human dignity.