To: Governor Kate Brown
Enact a living wage for Oregonians
Raising the minimum wage isn't just about increasing wages for our lowest paid workers. Wages for all workers needs to increase to keep up with inflation and the cost of living.
Why is this important?
The costs for groceries, transportation, and housing are going up. Wages are stagnant. If we don't increase wages for everyone, then we should invest in higher education. If we as a society expect these lower wage jobs to be filled, then we should pay people enough to live.