New York’s Stalling Minimum Wage
Ramos rents an apartment in Levittown, New York — America’s first suburb — with four other roommates where they share a living space and groceries. His roommates have two massive St. Bernards that Ramos takes part in caring for. In the driveway, his beat-up Hyundai is packed. In February, he used most of his savings to fix it up because he needs that car to commute to work or anywhere else.
Like many other New Yorkers, Ramos works two minimum wage jobs to make ends meet. In 2020, Ramos earned $
Like many other New Yorkers, Ramos works two minimum wage jobs to make ends meet. In 2020, Ramos earned $