The Value of Work

Why is minimum wage important? In 2013, Seattle became ground zero for the heated national debate about increasing the minimum wage to $15 per hour. "The Value of Work" gives voice to supporters and the opponents, including the mayor, an activist city councilwoman, small business owners, and minimum-wage workers affected by the unprecedented legislation.

Director: Steve James
Runtime: 8 min
Music: Joshua Abrams
Editing: John Farbrother
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Value of Work about?
Why is minimum wage important? In 2013, Seattle became ground zero for the heated national debate about increasing the minimum wage to $15 per hour. "The Value of Work" gives voice to supporters and the opponents, including the mayor, an activist city councilwoman, small business owners, and minimum-wage workers affected by the unprecedented legislation.
Who directed The Value of Work?
The Value of Work was directed by Steve James.
How long is The Value of Work?
The Value of Work has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).