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I Believe The Minimum Wage Should Be Increased

Y'all will be glad to know that the dire predictions of massive job loss after enacting the $15 minimum wage, are diametrically wrong:

http://ritholtz.com/2016/12/seattle-min-wage-update/

Instead, a new low in unemployment in Seattle (data courtesy Ritholtz Wealth Management)

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Ynotisay · M

And that's only one example. History shows us the positive impact of min. wage increases. But then again, at the time of our greatest economic growth the very wealthy were paying around 90% in personal income tax.
So it stands to reason that we continue to do the exact opposite of what works for the vast majority of Americans.
Because America. And Because Freedom.

Goralski · 56-60, M

90 percent before deductions lets not forget

Ynotisay · M

@Goralski: Different than today, huh? Come on man.
You must make SERIOUS money, huh? The greatest wealth disparity ever must be a good thing for you. You sure better not be making less than $1M a year dude. Otherwise you're just kissing the hand that beats you.