Certain Quote by Angela Merkel
“The question is: Would there be a market in Germany for certain types of employment if one were to allow the employed person to earn less than is necessary to maintain his standard of living?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Economic Forum, 2015
Questioning if low-wage jobs could exist in Germany if workers earned below subsistence levels.
In simple terms: Exploring the feasibility of sub‑subsistence employment.
Key Takeaway
Examine wage standards and market demand.
Themes
economics
labor
policy
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- government hearings
- economic panels
- public debates
Key Concepts
minimum wage
market demand
social welfare
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the social costs of sub‑subsistence wages?
- How would such a market affect inequality?
A Different Perspective
Low wages may undermine living standards and social stability.
