Working for a Living
Today I was standing in line waiting for my biscuit and this lady walked up behind me and ordered from the cook behind the counter. Somehow we ended up on the topic of "liking your job is not enough to pay the bills". The lady on my side of the counter said "how much do you need to make?" Not the point lady, and really not a question you should ask someone. The friendly cook muttered, I can't make ends meet with two jobs at minimum wage. I just hope Obamacare can help cut some of my expenses." The lady on my side of the counter went on a tirade about Obamacare. I sincerely believe she has no idea how the people she interacts with live or what they have to do to survive. So, I am going to take a moment to break down a minimum wage worker finances. Minimum wage in Illinois is $8.25 per hour. Let's assume she works 40 hours per week. Most do not so the companies can avoid paying for benefits, but let's move past that for now. Your Pay Ch