The two propositions presented provided consistent analyses of the author’s original point on explaining the rapid growth in disparity in terms of salary of the rich and poor. However, despite their consistencies the two, they failed to mention other important elements that could contribute to the disparity such as education. It was mentioned by the author that in a market economy, the labourers’ earning depends on his or her productivity. Due to the changing demands of the market, the requirements for skills in the labour force became more complex that it not only now requires mastery but also innovation and high degree of literacy. It is important to note that the cost for getting a degree is also not decreasing; the price of college education is also increasing. Meaning, it may not be the fault of being lazy, but more on access to quality education. The real reason behind the changes in demands for labourers is rooted from the changing market. The market has become more competitive, diverse and global that organizations prefer workers who can keep in step with the changes.
The second proposition, in my opinion, is more consistent with what the author is trying to point. If the government wishes to solve the discrepancy in terms of wages, they need to address other existing societal problems such as taxes, access to education and health care. There are a number of ways to ensure that education is accessible to all, for example, through expanding the coverage of scholarship or by bracketing tuition fees depending on student’s ability the pay. However, as time progresses it is unfortunate that college education is becoming more of a business rather than a service to students. Tuition fees constantly increases and, thus, limiting those who can access to the ones who can pay.
Reference:
Autor D. "Skills, Education, and the Rise of Earnings Inequality Among the Other 99 Percent,"
