Bell Ringer Assignment

• CLIP #1: What is the "mission" of the Economic Policy Institute (EPI), and why is the organization focusing on paid sick days?
• CLIP #1: Based on the clip, describe the current access to paid sick days in the United States. What trend has occurred over the last 10-15 years, and why?
• CLIP #1: Why is paid sick leave "good for businesses," and how do paid sick days compare to "other forms of leave?"
• CLIP #1: When was there a "will" to expand paid sick leave?
• CLIP #2: According to Elise Gould, which areas of the country have the most and least generous paid sick leave policies? Explain.
• CLIP #2: Why is unpaid leave "not enough," and why is future federal legislation required?
• EXTENSION: Access EPI's paid sick leave access report using the link below. Prepare a 3-5 minute presentation that details: (1) the problem, (2) the impact, (3) the solution, and (4) necessary steps.