i've seen a lot of people complaining about how almost every service has an option for tipping lately, and it's becoming increasingly common and expected.
i agree it's ludicrous. but really, it's ludicrous that we are being paid so little that we need tips. minimum wage should be the minimum you need to take care of your family, not the minimum you need to not immediately die.
this isn't something you should complain about to minimum wage workers when they ask for tips, but something we should hold companies accountable for. corporations need to provide better wages.
if anyone knows of petitions or ways to take action in relation to this please let me know! and i'd love to learn more about this topic from y'all.