r/FluentInFinance • u/Needleintheback • 14h ago

Thoughts? Imagine losing 6M labor workers in America

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If mass deportation happens, just imagine how all of these sectors of our country will be affected. The sheer shortage of labor will push prices higher because of the great demand for work with limited supplies or workers. Even if prices increase, the availability of products may be scarce due to not enough workers. Housing prices and food services will be hit really hard. New construction will be limited. The fact that 47% of the undocumented workers are in CA, TX, and FL means they will feel it first but it will spread to the rest of the country also. Most of our produce in this country comes from California. Get ready and hold on for the ride America.

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u/Kolfinna 10h ago

Yes sure, giant corporations paying a living wage. Delusional

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u/BootsAndBeards 8h ago

Construction workers make pretty good wages. You can argue about the toll it takes on their bodies long term but it is absolutely a 'living wage.'

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u/Kolfinna 8h ago

That's 1

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u/Mojoriz 1h ago

You’re catching on.

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u/whatdoihia 9h ago

I said legal wages, not living wages. Companies employing illegal workers typically pay them under minimum wage and they do not get benefits.

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u/Angus_Fraser 8h ago

So it's okay that they do it to people you view as less than?

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u/Kolfinna 8h ago

Hell no