A senator in your state is up for reelection. Recently you attended an event to hear the candidate speak about her perspectives on the economy. In her speech, the senator expressed that she is an opponent of increasing the minimum wage. Which of the following is most likely a part of her argument?
A) Increasing the minimum wage will increase government spending on welfare programs that provide cash assistance directly to families and individuals, which is already the most expensive program in the U.S. budget.
B) Increasing the minimum wage is not necessary because it is already a living wage.
C) Increasing the minimum wage helps people have more economic stability, which would not be good for society.
D) Increasing the minimum wage will make it more difficult for employers to hire lots of workers, increasing the overall unemployment rate.
D) Increasing the minimum wage will make it more difficult for employers to hire lots of workers, increasing the overall unemployment rate.
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