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Democrats policy on minimum wage

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Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

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Public statements

Answer: Yes

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

Many Democrats strongly agree with adjusting the minimum wage according to inflation, as it ensures that the minimum wage maintains its value over time. This idea has been proposed by several Democratic lawmakers and is included in the Raise the Wage Act. 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

The Democratic party strongly supports making the minimum wage a living wage, as they believe it is essential for reducing income inequality and ensuring that all workers can support themselves and their families. This idea is a key part of their platform and has been championed by prominent Democrats like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. 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

Democrats generally support raising the federal minimum wage, as seen in their 2020 party platform and the recent push for the Raise the Wage Act. However, some Democrats may have different opinions on how much to raise it or how to implement the change. 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.

Neutral

Regardless, minimum wage standards should be adjusted by age group

Adjusting minimum wage standards by age group is not a widely discussed or supported idea within the Democratic party. Some Democrats may support this idea, while others may not. 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 some Democrats may be concerned about potential price increases, the majority of the party supports raising the minimum wage and believes that the benefits to workers and the economy outweigh any potential negative effects. 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

The Democratic party generally disagrees with not raising the minimum wage, as they believe it is essential for workers to have a living wage and to reduce 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 disagree

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

Democrats generally disagree with this statement, as they believe that all workers, regardless of the type of job, should be able to earn a living wage and support themselves and their families. 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

Eliminating all wage standards goes against the Democratic party's core values of worker protection and reducing income inequality. Democrats have historically supported minimum wage laws and worker protections. 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

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Reference: Analysis of answers from 147,056 voters that identify as Democratic.

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