Star Parker
The minimum wage persists as a fixture in public policy discussions because the idea remains popular with the general public. In a survey done by Pew Research in 2014, 73 percent favored increasing the federal minimum wage from $7.25 to $10.10. Bernie Sanders became a surprisingly popular presidential candidate, promising a federal minimum wage of $15. And now several left-wing organizations are mobilizing to pressure candidates in Senate races to support a $15 national minimum wage. Currently, two places now have enacted $15 minimum wage laws -- New York, California and Washington, D.C.
Reporting on the move in Washington, D.C., to a $15 minimum wage, The Washington Post explains that "Supporters, mostly Democrats, say a $15 floor is needed to help close the country's growing income gap, especially in big cities." Really, it sounds so beautiful. Politicians wave their wand and dictate wages. But to ask the obvious question, why only $15? Why not make it $20? $30? $50? .....To Read More.....
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