That doesn't address that those $17/hr jobs aren't available for a lot of people. It's hard to give praise to the recent wage growth when it's been stagnant for years. Like if the cost of living is the same as a full time $20/hr position, it's not a bragging point to say that were at $17.

You missed the part where I said I did switch jobs because I'm not in the category without options. I'm looking out for those people - not defending my own situation. Minimum wage should be enough to live on and nobody should have to work two jobs to get by