The same goes for young workers, who are now expected to "sacrifice" for jobs paying poverty-level wages that won't pay enough even to rent an apartment or buy a car. What for? If you can live at a level not much lower than working full-time by working part-time or off the books, why bother with a low-paying job with no possibility of advancement?
Conservatives are big on the stick, but the carrot is also needed to influence behavior. If you think you can force people to work or starve, they'll just vote for politicians to take from you and give to them. So be careful what you wish for.
Interesting. We have manufacturers in my area that offer good pay and benefits which must be working quite well as several hundred employees seem to be doing well. They own a home, boat, and their kids enjoy participation in sports and other activities. If one isn’t happy with their job or paycheck my recommendation is to shop around for something better. Those jobs are out there.