As an aside.
Specifically relating to the pic of the line-up for jobs at the candy store?
Any idea how many of the people lined up are jobless?
I think (this is my opinion) it is more likely people in crappy jobs that lines up.
I know, it does not make a difference, these people are still in the lower income class and it does not have an impact on this thread, but...
This is not just any "candy store". Look it up, it is for the new M&M store in Manhattan.
There is a draw to this job becuase it is percieved as an exciting place to work. (think FAO or Disney Store).
On top of that look what they were promised according to the ad that brought everybody out there:
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/04/nyregion/04jobs.html
Quote:
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Originally Posted by NYTimes
Mars needs cashiers, receptionists, shippers, people to wear M&M costumes, and workers called “customer service ambassadors.” The starting pay, $10.75 an hour, is much higher than the state’s $6.75 minimum wage.
Newspaper advertisements and fliers promised more: “medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement plan, bonus potential and opportunity for growth.”
The flier added, “The Rewards Are Sweet!”
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That's very good if you are in a minimum wage job.
/tangent