In the absence of urban manufacturing jobs, low wage service sector jobs have emerged to meet the needs of corporations. Low wage service jobs often face some of the lowest wages and poorest working conditions. People employed in these occupations are described as:

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The term "working poor" refers to individuals or families who work but still live below the poverty line. Low wage service sector jobs, such as fast food, retail, and hospitality, often pay wages that are not high enough to allow workers to make ends meet, resulting in the working poor.

In the Absence of Urban Manufacturing Jobs, Low Wage Service