Word: hiked
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...recalcitrant legislature has refused to heed their will, even while the state enjoys a budget surplus. Although he has not specifically stated that he will raise taxes, Patrick has refused to sign the “no new taxes” pledge, leaving voters to suspect that a tax hike would be a distinct possibility under his administration...
Rozier: We were on a five-hour hike up to the camp on a conservation expedition, and during our break the little girl in the picture came over and offered us her teddy bear. She walked back over with her doll later so I grabbed my camera and took a picture. She was so cute...
...Proponents Say: Families cannot support themselves on wages as little as $5.15 per hour and the pay does not account for cost of living increases. A hike would raise income levels and living standards for millions of people...
...Opponents Say: If wages go up, those prices will be passed on to the consumer. A hike in the minimum wage will hurt small businesses that cannot afford to pay more. States with a higher minimum wage would not be as attractive to businesses as states with a lower minimum wage...
...Minimum Wage Hike Approved in: Arizona, Colorado, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, Nevada