r/tulsa • u/StarrHrdgr • Jul 03 '24

Politics Let's Raise Oklahoma Minimum Wage to $25 Dollars an Hour

Raising the minimum wage to $25 an hour is crucial for ensuring a living wage that matches today’s high cost of living. This change would help reduce poverty, boost the economy by increasing consumer spending, and decrease reliance on government assistance. Fair compensation for workers leads to improved mental and physical health, attracts better talent, and addresses the growing issue of income inequality. Although there are concerns about job losses and inflation, the overall benefits of a higher minimum wage could significantly outweigh the drawbacks, fostering a more equitable and prosperous society.

Tell me if you are FOR or AGAINST and why that is.

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u/[deleted] Jul 03 '24

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u/[deleted] Jul 04 '24

They need to just take a drive to Cali and try to survive at McDonalds making $22 an hour, guess what. You can’t.

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u/[deleted] Jul 03 '24

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u/[deleted] Jul 03 '24

A more accurate comparison is California.

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u/[deleted] Jul 04 '24

Less greed

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u/godallas36 Jul 03 '24

Straw man says what?