I agree that these people are college educated individuals; however, I don't think that there are many people that would be "appalled" with $34 an hour.
In a "typical" job, $34/hour amounts to around $70,000 a year. That's a dang good salary, especially for just a four year degree. The point of this article is that there are architects and economists and other "professionals" that DON'T make $34 an hour.
I agree with the rest of your post, though. Vouchers=good. Get the NEA out.
Most public school teachers are required to obtain a master's degree- so that is six years of education. Are you really suggesting that starting teachers make $34/hour?