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How a minimum wage hike could impact people's livelihoods

How a minimum wage increase could impact people's livelihoods

02/25/2021

PBS News Hour

How a minimum wage hike could impact people's livelihoods

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How a minimum wage increase could impact people's livelihoods

More than 17 million Americans could see their income rise if the $15 minimum wage now in the COVID relief bill passes Congress. We hear from some of those who would be impacted by a minimum wage increase, and Stephanie Sy speaks with two economists with different perspectives on the topic.

02/25/2021

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