By Finny Adams
Portland News, Feb 6, 2023
... In 26 states, higher minimum wages for this year have been announced. ...
According to Holly Sklar, CEO of Business for a Fair Minimum Wage, boosting the minimum wage can also enhance consumer demand.
The local economy will be able to rebound as a result.
“Putting needed raises in minimum wage workers’ pockets [is] really the most efficient way you can boost the economy,” said Sklar.
“Those are the people who have to go right back around and spend it.” ...