Struggles Faced By the “Working Poor”
January 11, 2009
This morning’s New York Times online provides some perspective on the plight of the “working poor.” It seems that the one way we can all support the working poor is to fight for workers rights and to build democracy in the workplace through effective unions that give workers a voice. This movement has done more than any other to create the middle class and the fair treatment of working people, allowing them seek the resources which build their lives, promote stronger education for their children, and strengthen communities. Supporting the Employee Free Choice Act is an important test of the new Obama government. How will they support this movement, giving hope and a chance for a better future to our nation’s workers?
The Neediest Cases
Working but Struggling
By C. WARREN MOSES and DAVID R. JONES
Published: January 11, 2009
Answers to selected reader questions about the working poor.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/11/nyregion/11neediestanswers.html?partner=permalink&exprod=permalink
