I don't see how it's the employers responsibility because there aren't a lot of other jobs or choices out there. These folks think the employer should foot the bill for the bad times and just shrug their shoulders and double all the salaries. These people are running on stupid advice and greed.

If this were me and my local McDonalds? I fire all of them. Then I go to local High Schools and rec centers and tell them about fantastic jobs available for $9 an hour for those truly interested in an opportunity to make some money. And I assure you, I'll fill the jobs. There may not be a ton of jobs out there, but there ARE a ton of people that will work for what they offer.

If I own a business, and an employee tries to dictate his salary to me, that would be his last day.