Reply #39: I don't think this is the alternative you are looking for...but.. [View All]

[blueraven95]

I work for a progessive org in Maryland that is currently working on passing a living wage law for MD. It would apply to state contract employees and raise the minimum wage for them to above the poverty line. Its still not enough...but it is a start...and I believe that the org will continue to fight to raise minimum wage for everyone. Its pretty exciting right now, because we already passed the bill and, although the govenor vetoed it, it looks like we will override it in January (or maybe even sooner!) So, there are organizations working on changing policies that are slanted to hurt the poor...and I am sure there is one in your state. And if there isn't, maybe it is time to start one.