A passion for people: Remembering Melveon Harp
His smile is the first thing many people mention when remembering Melveon Harp, who died from Stage III prostate cancer on May 23. He was 64.
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A low wage gives inexperienced workers a ladder, while a living wage pulls it away
Vendor Jeffery McNeil argues minimum wage hikes hurt businesses, raise prices, and fail to improve affordability.
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