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Further Proof That Bernie's $15 Minimum (Living) Wage Is A Win-Win
As we continue to see success stories across the country from cities and states which have raised their minimum wage, we see another headline which might be the most telling of all.
Maine breaks new employment record as minimum wage increases continue
Despite dire predictions from opponents of the 2016 minimum wage referendum, the Department of Labor announced Monday that Maine’s unemployment rate has stayed below four percent for nearly four years. In August, unemployment dipped to 2.9%, a new record low.
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So much for the RADICAL label on raising the minimum wage!
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