Double the minimum wage

English: Lesson 120 "Why wouldn't someone voluntarily offer you a job at twice today's minimum wage?" People like money, it's just fact. Most people are not going to throw money around where it could be used more constructively. But let's assume an employer wants to pay someone twice today's minimum wage. There are three reasons …

Why Labor Unions Look Like They Are Helping Members

Economics: Lesson 70 "Do Labor Unions Cause Price Inflation?" Labour unions are focused on the improvement of working conditions and wages for their union members. No matter the field that the union is in, it will constantly be fighting for the fair treatment of the workers. A union will impose costs on a business that …

Money and Time (which is money)

Economics: Lesson 20 "Is it worth my time to get a part time job at minimum wage?" Working is something I have always enjoyed. I cannot stand to be idle, even if it means cooking or cleaning while I watch a movie, but is it worth my time to get a part-time job when it …