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What To Know About Prop 32

Season 2024 Episode 211

Prop 32 would raise California's minimum wage to $18 by 2025, impacting 2 million workers. Advocates say it will help with the rising cost of living, while opponents argue it could lead to job cuts and price increases. Business owners claim wage hikes hurt small businesses.

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