California's Minimum Wage Vote: $18 Proposal Faces Pushback

Proposition 32 aims to raise the minimum wage, but many workers and businesses argue it falls short or is too costly.

Proposition 32 proposes increasing California's minimum wage to $18 starting next year.
The measure would affect around 2 million workers but is seen as insufficient by many who call for $25 or more.
Business groups warn of potential price hikes and job cuts, citing recent local wage increases as examples.
Unions have already secured higher industry-specific wages, with some fast food workers earning $20 since April.
The California Labor Federation supports the measure but acknowledges it is not a full solution to the high cost of living.