Question

Make an argument AGAINST raising the minimum wage

then propose a different way for the government to assist working people living in poverty

Answer 1

Minimum wage increase is bad because it increases prices, and makes people need to get jobs to access ways out of poverty. This is problematic given people may not have the facilities necessary to get into jobs, such as internet, clean clothing, etc.

Step-by-step explanation:

Institute a universal basic income, to redistribute wealth, thus making it easier for people to access the resources they need to get jobs, thus assisting those in poverty.

Answer 2

Claim: The gov't should not raise the minimum wage.

• It will lead to higher prices
• It will cause more workers to get laid off
• Higher unemployment causes higher rates of poverty and homelessness
• Overall, this will add to the poverty problem in America

Solution to poverty: Subsidize the education of children and adults below a certain income bracket so they can have the opportunity to move forward and pursue a well-paying career.

Step-by-step explanation:

Hope this helps!