[misterprime]

Another aspect of this is the taboo of discussing salaries / compensation with your peers and coworkers. Sure, it might be a bit "low class" to be concerned with money like that, but you know what? We're all mostly working class, and it's in our interest to discuss wages.

[Simon_says]

It's in your interest to discuss wages if you're paid median or below wages. Wait till you're paid many multiples of your coworkers and then see how you feel about it. The taboo does nothing for most workers, but does protect people who are highly compensated.

[SkyBelow]

In effect, protecting those who are at the top and need the protection the least.