• Flying Squid@lemmy.worldOP
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      It’s honestly ridiculous that cashiers are ever made to stand. I have weak ankles to the point that one or the other will just give out from under me sometimes when I’m just walking down the street. When I used to go ice skating, the skates were always at a steep angle because my ankles couldn’t keep them upright. I also have really flat feet. It’s limited my job prospects a lot over the years.

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        Yeah, it is very ridiculous. When I check out at the grocery store, I don’t think the cashier is an extra hard worker because they’re standing. I just think corporate is a bunch of d-bags for pointlessly making them stand.

        I refuse to use the self-checkouts because they treat you like a thief and are extremely frustrating. Will keep that rant to myself, but it’s a doozy lol.

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      Where in the fuck do they force cashiers to stand? Is this some kind of American bullshit? Why would they do that.

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    Aldi employees do a lot (stocking, cleaning, cashiering, etc.) but are paid relatively well and get solid hours. The stores I have visited seem to retain their workers for long periods, too.

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    $18-23/hr is still too little to afford rent in all 50 states. Buying a house is not even an option.

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        Yes but more importantly we need minimum wage to keep up with the cost of living beyond just housing. Minimum wage should be closer to $30/hr.

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          Houses need to have a fixed increase so they stop being quick investments. Owners should be penalized for renting and flipping. While I agree people need to be able to afford to live, the cost of living will always go up, and the struggle to pass minimum wage laws will always be a problem.