I have no problem working. I have no problem devoting a small portion of my time to the advancement of something fulfilling.
What I do have a problem with is the abhorrent working conditions. The exploitation. The complete lack and disregard for safety, and in some cases, the law.
I've got no issue sweating outside performing some sort of labor. Shit, I know it's the most exercise I'll get and I need it.
But if you are going to work me to the bone, then give me the means to provide for new bones.
I'm sorry, but there isn't any job on the planet that warrants a wage lower than what is considered a living wage in your area, unless you're being paid to sleep. In which case, you might have an okay deal.
I think the angry mob mentality often seen in this sub worries a lot of people, for the wrong reasons. Yes, shitty CEOs and executives in corporate are right to shit their pants. But all of the people straddling the fence? We're not doing them any favors, and I'm pretty sure from the outside looking in, we look like a pack of rabid dogs just trying to eat employers with no justification.
If we really want to succeed in our goals, we need to be patient, civil, and understanding. I've seen so many posts about people condemning managers for their behavior; and while I absolutely agree to the ridiculousness of some of these people, put yourselves in their shoes. They make a dollar or two more than you an hour to only be shat on from higher up. All of the stupid rules and bumfuck decisions come from above their heads and their hands are tied. I've been a manager. I've been approached many times from higher up the food chain to cut someone's hours. No reason given. Or to fire someone. Or to promote the nephew of the boss. At that point, it's either do the unethical thing that they want me to do, or possibly get fired and they'll get someone to do it anyway (for cheaper, too)
All I'm saying is try to differentiate between the folks who are trying, and the managers who are lapdogs. All of the managers who say “I know this sucks and I'm sorry” are the folks we should be talking to about this sub, and talking to them. They are us. It's not the bottom 1% vs. Everyone else. It's the bottom 99% of us who are all being punched down on by the 1%. Don't forget that.