Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #581: Saru Jayaraman, Andrew Yang, John McWhorter
Oct 23, 2021
Join Saru Jayaraman, president of One Fair Wage, Andrew Yang, entrepreneur and former presidential candidate, and linguist John McWhorter for an enlightening discussion. They delve into the Great Resignation, addressing low wages and the urgent need for economic reforms in the restaurant industry. The trio critiques the Democratic Party's messaging and its impact on voter support. They also tackle educational inequities in NYC and explore how party politics contribute to societal divisions, making a case for unity and alternative political reforms.
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Restaurant Workers' Pandemic Struggles
- Restaurant workers, especially tipped workers, faced many hardships during the pandemic.
- These included decreased tips, increased hostility, and health risks, leading to many quitting.
Wage Increases in Restaurants
- Many restaurants have raised wages significantly due to staffing shortages.
- Some are even paying $50/hour, demonstrating the extent of the labor shortage.
Minimum Wage as a Winning Issue
- Raising the minimum wage is a popular policy with bipartisan support.
- Focusing on this issue could help Democrats win elections, according to Bill Maher.
