Raising the minimum wage could lead to job losses, as businesses may not be able to afford the increased labor costs. Small businesses, in particular, might struggle to absorb these costs and could respond by reducing their workforce, cutting hours, or even closing.

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Raising the minimum wage could lead to job losses, as businesses may not be able to afford the increased labor costs. Small businesses, in particular, might struggle to absorb these costs and could respond by reducing their workforce, cutting hours, or even closing.

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Opposed voting positions

We should consider raising the minimum wage
Raise the minimum wage to $17
Raise the minimum wage to $15

Opposing arguments

Raising the minimum wage does not result in job loss.

Quotes that support the claim

"In 2010, Joseph Sabia and Richard Burkhauser estimated: 'nearly 1.3 million jobs will be lost if the federal minimum wage is increased to $9.50 per hour.'"