News American poverty, a Thanksgivig Poll

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A recent study indicates that 24% of Americans earn less than $8.50 an hour, prompting discussions about the underlying causes of this wage issue. Participants express a need for clarity regarding the study's source and methodology, suggesting that a deeper examination of the survey could reveal more nuanced insights. Concerns are raised about the limitations of the poll format, which does not allow for multiple causes to be selected, potentially oversimplifying the complex factors contributing to low wages.

24% in US make under $8.50. Why?

  • Difference of ability

    Votes: 1 20.0%

  • Free Trade (NAFTA)

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • Immigration

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • Recession or Business Cycle

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • Intrinsic (Capitalism or "The poor are always with us"

    Votes: 4 80.0%
  • Total voters
    5
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According to a recent study, 24% of Americans make less than $8.50 an hour. What, in your opinion, are the causes of this?
 
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Where was this study? Just wondering
 
Why just one cause?

The Poll doesn't allow for "all of the above", so I didn't vote.

A good look at the survey from which the figures came would be helpful (the poll question itself may be misleading).
 

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