Fast-Food Workers Across the Country Fighting For A Decent Wage
[VIDEO] Fast-Food Workers Across the Country Fighting For A Decent Wage
Fast-food workers conducted a nationwide strike Thursday in more than 100 cities, demanding their wages be raised to $15 an hour. According to reports, more than 700 workers and their supporters were arrested for their participation in the protests.
The UC Berkeley Labor Center reports that fast-food workers in America require nearly $7 billion in public assistance a year because they are so poorly paid.
For a complete rundown of Thursday’s fast-food worker protest visit MIC.com.
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