re: 1992 Ross Perot predicted our country after Nafta

There's a way to fill unfilled low skill jobs without any government intervention whatsoever.

Most of the jobs you listed here are lower paying. For many, it's just not enough when you factor in the cost of having a job - transportation & child care.

The nationwide push for everyone getting a college education is a huge factor. There are plenty of well paying jobs that require training instead of a degree - plumbing, hvac, auto mechanic, welders, electricians - even some programming. Some of these jobs make close to 6 figures a year with experience and specialized training and there are HUGE shortages.

I believe the best way to address this problem is:

1) 2 year max on welfare benefits (housing, food stamps, etc)

2) Participation in and passing a regulated training program is mandatory to receive monthly benefits. (PTO can be accumulated and used, as needed, just like a real job to cover sick time)

3) Benefits are paid out monthly and dependent on training participation. Child care is covered while in training.

4) Sliding scale benefits are continued for 1st year of employment, including child care & bus passes (if needed)

By addressing all legitimate hurdles to employment while taking away the incentive to stay home, we can train and push people back into the workforce.