"If the gap in the standard of living between Oregon, California and New York and other places continues to rise, then people should vote with their feet. We live in the most mobile society ever; though there might be significant barriers to movement in the short term like immediate moving expenses, the concerns about these constraints are overblown."

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"If the gap in the standard of living between Oregon, California and New York and other places continues to rise, then people should vote with their feet. We live in the most mobile society ever; though there might be significant barriers to movement in the short term like immediate moving expenses, the concerns about these constraints are overblown."

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The Emory Wheel

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https://emorywheel.com/states-should-decide-their-minimum-wage/

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The ability of individuals to move between states for better wages and living conditions acts as a natural incentive for states to improve their minimum wage policies. This mobility ensures that states are motivated to offer competitive wages to attract and retain a skilled workforce, contributing to overall economic growth and stability.

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