re: The idea anyone is entitled to a "livable wage" is Ludacris

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Why do people think a private business must offer a "livable wage" to anyone? Why is it the obligation of the business to pay a "livable wage" to anyone?

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The same way that we got it in our heads that health insurance and pensions were a company's responsibility. Some companies did it as a sweetener to attract and retain the best talent, then others followed suit. Eventually, many started to think that their retirement and health care were their employer's responsibility. Don't get me wrong, I have both of those from my employer, but it should be something that a company CHOOSES to do to attract talent, not something that the government forces them to do.