A “hold-the-line” operation has created tensions with federal agents who warn it could lead to more drownings. Officers ordered to carry out the measures are raising alarms.

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  • Flying Squid
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    51 year ago

    What makes you think enough Americans would be willing to pick crops in the hot sun all day? There’s a reason we used to use slaves to do that work.

    • @Blamemeta
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      -31 year ago

      For a good wage, they would. And for the most part, crops are mechanically harvested.

      • Flying Squid
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        21 year ago

        How good a wage do you think farmers could afford to offer? They aren’t billionaires.

        • @Blamemeta
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          -31 year ago

          If they can’t pay a fair wage, they shouldn’t be in business. They’ll have to up prices.

          Would you rather prices go up a tiny bit, or continue to not pay living wages? It’s the same thing as with fast food workers and the $15 min wage.

          • Flying Squid
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            41 year ago

            A tiny bit? You have no idea how agriculture works.