Americans worry as middle class status slips nationwide
A Pew survey shows those calling themselves middle class dropped from 53 to 44 percent since 2008. Gallup and NORC data echo the erosion, with 55 percent and 88 percent respectively identifying as middle or working class, amid a growing gap between the rich and others.
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Obama pushes for higher minimum wage in Michigan
President Obama spoke at the University of Michigan praising Michigan's move to raise the minimum wage and urging Congress to back a federal $10.10 per hour level. He noted 970,000 Michigan workers would benefit, with Rep. Gary Peters by his side as Democrats push a policy aimed at lifting families from poverty.
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Debate Over Minimum Wage Fairness and Goals
Washington discussants weigh if $7.25 hourly minimum meets family of three needs and how much to raise. Proposals split along party lines with Democrats backing $10.10 by 2016 and Republicans warning job losses. Analysis notes poverty thresholds and potential earnings under the plan with context from CBO projections.
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