Op-Ed: Kirkland Must Raise its Wage Floor for Essential Workers

Kirkland is set to consider raising its minimum wage on October 6, becoming the first Eastside city to address the issue.
On October 6, Kirkland will be the first Eastside city to consider raising its minimum wage. Here's why Kirkland should take the leap.
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