> That is an insane fortune to almost everyone Pfft. No it isn't. It just illustrates how badly underpaid some sectors are. The author seems to have been in a

> That is an insane fortune to almost everyone Pfft. No it isn't. It just illustrates how badly underpaid some sectors are. The author seems to have been in a bit better position by not relocating to a high cost of living region. Still, when the "American Dream" term was coined - decades ago - the wages were much more "insane", as you put it. Even minimum wage could support a couple with a child above the poverty line. 300k a year (before taxes) likely can't even pay for his wife's healthcare, if he were to pay out of pocket (due to losing his job). > There are thousands waiting for his position and they would kill to get it. Not really. There are companies that pay even better, for a similar amount of effort, and better policies.