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It's rigged
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this post was submitted on 14 Jul 2026
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Work Reform
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A place to discuss positive changes that can make work more equitable, and to vent about current practices. We are NOT against work; we just want the fruits of our labor to be recognized better.
Our Philosophies:
- All workers must be paid a living wage for their labor.
- Income inequality is the main cause of lower living standards.
- Workers must join together and fight back for what is rightfully theirs.
- We must not be divided and conquered. Workers gain the most when they focus on unifying issues.
Our Goals
- Higher wages for underpaid workers.
- Better worker representation, including but not limited to unions.
- Better and fewer working hours.
- Stimulating a massive wave of worker organizing in the United States and beyond.
- Organizing and supporting political causes and campaigns that put workers first.
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Fun fact.
Some one retiring today at 67 after paying the full cap for the last 35 years (1992–2026) would be getting ~4k/month SS, after paying ~479K (half from employer if not self employed) in SS only over 35 years.
The same amount invested would likely result in slightly lower payments at 4% return, but higher with actual market return at higher risk. Plus, allow for wealth transfer to dependents.
So, take that how you will.
(Numbers are rough since the cap is a moving target and 35 years is a long time).