Morning Wire California $20 Minimum Wage & Public Prostitution in AOC’s District | 3.30.24
Mar 30, 2024
California's new $20 minimum wage for fast food workers sparks debates over economic impact and potential job losses. In New York, open prostitution raises safety concerns amid discussions on illegal markets. Meanwhile, Scotland's upcoming hate crime law ignites fears about free speech restrictions, particularly affecting artists and comedians. The conversations cover the challenges of automation in the workforce and the political landscape surrounding these contentious issues.
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Minimum Wage Impacts
- California's $20 minimum wage for fast food workers could lead to layoffs and higher prices.
- This is because businesses, often small franchises, operate on thin margins and must cut costs.
Rising Prices
- Jamie Bynum, a Dickie's Barbecue Pit franchise owner, had to raise prices due to increased minimum wages.
- A baked potato that cost $8 ten years ago now costs almost $20.
Queens Neighborhood Issues
- Open prostitution and illegal markets plague Queens neighborhoods represented by AOC.
- Residents complain about crime and AOC's perceived lack of attention to the area.