The federal minimum wage in America is $7.25 per hour, unchanged since 2009. Patrick T. Fallon / Getty Images Close Key Takeaways Raising the minimum wage can increase the number of "good jobs†in the labor market, according to a new analysis from the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). "Good jobs" are defined as those "that provide a middle-class living standard, a sufficiently high wage, good benefits, reasonable levels of personal autonomy, adequate economic security, and career ladders." NBER re ...

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Income Disparity - High-earners are experiencing improved financial conditions [1] - Older Americans are faring better than ever [1] - Low-wage workers are facing declining fortunes [1] - Young workers are experiencing a slide in their financial situation [1]

High-earners and older Americans are faring better than ever, while fortunes are sliding again for low-wage and young workers https://t.co/VI5Ty2Fnfc ...

Gender Pay Gap - Across rich countries, men earn more than women, equivalent to the price of half a Big Mac per hour [1] - The widest gender pay gap is observed in America [1]