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| Sat, 10-25-2008 - 7:35am |
Lost in all the news reports about ACORN's fraud and corruption is this simple fact:
| Sat, 10-25-2008 - 7:35am |
Lost in all the news reports about ACORN's fraud and corruption is this simple fact:
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I used to work for Wal Mart and believe me, there is not a whole lot of difference.
Without going hunting for details, I'm going to surmise ACORN is not for profit.
If they paid $100 per hour, I suspect this would be your thread topic.
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I imagine it is considered seasonal work, for some.
I think it is reasonable to ask why Obama - who says he cares about the poor - supports and funnels money to an organization that pays minimal wages, no benefits, and
Do you know what minimum wage is?
Eight dollars an hour, although low, is still $1.45 higher than the federal minimum wage.
The FLSA establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting employees in the private sector and in Federal, State, and local governments. Covered nonexempt workers are entitled to a minimum wage of not less than $6.55 per hour effective July 24, 2008. http://www.dol.gov/esa/whd/flsa/
The minimum wage varies from state to state, with some states - such as California - mandating a minimum wage higher than that required by federal law.
ACORN operates primarily in large metropolitan areas - in those areas most persons (unless they work for ACORN) earn more than $8 per hour and most get benefits in addition to their salaries.
I think it is reasonable to ask why Obama - who says he cares about the poor - supports and funnels money to an organization that pays minimal wages, no benefits, and
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