Economists across the country are struggling to come to terms with a revolutionary new concept known as a "livable wage". According to reports, this bizarre idea suggests that workers should be paid enough to actually live on.
At first, many economists were skeptical of this concept. "Some argued that increasing the minimum wage would lead to higher unemployment rates," said one expert, "while others believed it would stimulate the economy."
But as time went on, the evidence began to mount. Workers across the country continued to struggle to make ends meet on poverty wages, and many economists began to question whether this was really sustainable.
Despite this, some economists remained unconvinced. "The fact is, we just don't know what the long-term effects of a livable wage would be," said one expert. "It's a risk we simply can't afford to take."
Meanwhile, workers across the country continued to suffer. "I'm working two jobs and I still can't afford to pay my rent," said one struggling employee. "It's just not fair."
As the debate rages on, many are left wondering what the future holds. Will economists ever be able to fully understand the concept of a livable wage? Only time will tell.
