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Democratic2020 US House of Representatives2020 US House of Representatives2018 US House of RepresentativesCongressional District 34California

David Kim

 

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David Kim’s policy on minimum wage

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Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

  Personal answerYes

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Personal answer

Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

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David Kim voters

Answer: Yes, and make it a living wage

Importance: Most Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 661 voters that voted for David Kim in the 2020 California District 34 US House of Representatives election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Most Important

Reference: “President Obama and Democrats are committed to raising the minimum wage to $10.10. It's the right thing to do for American worke...” ‐democrats.org

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Very strongly agree

Yes, and adjust it every year according to inflation

Kim strongly agrees with this statement. He believes that the minimum wage should not only be raised, but also adjusted annually to keep up with inflation. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

Yes, and make it a living wage

Kim strongly agrees with this statement. He has advocated for a living wage, which he believes is a necessary step towards ensuring economic justice and reducing income inequality. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes

David Kim supports raising the federal minimum wage. He believes that it is a necessary step towards ensuring economic justice and reducing income inequality. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Regardless, minimum wage standards should be adjusted by age group

Kim has not specifically advocated for adjusting minimum wage standards by age group. His focus has been on raising the minimum wage for all workers. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle

While Kim acknowledges that raising the minimum wage could potentially lead to increased prices, he believes that the benefits of a higher minimum wage outweigh this potential drawback. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No

Kim disagrees with this statement as he has advocated for raising the federal minimum wage. He believes that the current minimum wage is not sufficient for individuals to live on. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family

Kim disagrees with this statement. He believes that all jobs, including minimum wage jobs, should provide a living wage. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, and eliminate all wage standards

Kim strongly disagrees with this statement. He believes in the importance of wage standards to ensure fair pay for all workers. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 139,209 voters that identify as Democratic.

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