Rethinking Tipping: The Fair Wage Debate

This chapter explores the One Fair Wage Movement's efforts to raise wages for tipped workers, discussing both triumphs and challenges faced against lobbying groups and restaurant associations. It questions the role of the Restaurant Workers of America and examines the implications of transitioning to a standard minimum wage, including employee loyalty and business benefits. The conversation critiques the inequities of the tipping system and considers its economic impact on workers reliant on tips and government assistance.