According to Bankrate.com,
8 states have raised their minimum wage. These states include Florida, Arizona,
Colorado, Montana, Ohio, Oregon, Washington, and Vermont. The Economic Policy
Institute estimates that these raises will increase GDP by $366 million. The
federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour or just over $15,000 annually. The
elevated wages will amount to approximately $15 extra income per week.
During this economic climate, do you think these increases are sufficient?
During this economic climate, do you think these increases are sufficient?
