MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Tuesday, several service workers spoke at the State Capitol, all in favor of raising Wisconsin’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $20 an hour.
Troy Brewer is a cook at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum.
“A $7.25 minimum wage is absurd in this day and age. It’s the floor, not even the ceiling,” Brewer said.
Last year, 25 states raised their minimum wage, while Wisconsin is one of 20 states that adheres to the federal rate set in 2009.
Opponents say raising the minimum wage will hurt employers and lead to the elimination of jobs.