The Minimum Wage

Kevin Landry 08.02.15

Presentation

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.

In the local community …

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.

In Conclusion• This is an issue of restoring human dignity,

reducing inequality, and restoring value in the work we do.

• Take action and get involved in your local community to demanding a livable wage.