Jobs and the Clinton Administration

One of the stated goals of the Clinton administration is to increase the number of jobs in the economy, or to reduce unemployment (Slaughter, 1994, p. 47). The overarching goal behind this is that less unemployment means that more individuals have income, are able to pay taxes, and less money is required for public services. The reasoning continues that if unemployment is minimized, the overall welfare of the American economy is maximized.

There are several methods which can be used to achieve full employment, and debate rages over each. For example, some argue that if wages are increased, more workers will be incented to work rather than receive government assistance, and unemployment figures will fall as employment rises. However, others argue that if wages increase, companies will be less likely to hire new workers, but will instead demand more contribution from the workers they already have. These are the primary arguments used for and against a minimum wage. If the minimum wage is increased, unskilled workers (who generally receive minimum wage) will be replaced by workers with greater skills who are worth the money that employers are requi

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