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I looked at this recently and he has. Years ago. They had to, because everyone sees these jobs as bad.
In fact, that's one reason for this company to want a minimum wage increase. Won't cost them nearly as much as it'll cost some competitors (especially mom&pop places, I imagine).
hmm. weird that that info was excluded from the article, as it seems very relevant
The cynical read, that ceos can only be selfish monsters, would argue he's trying to use this common misconception. People can hear that even McDonald's demands it, assume every small business will benefit, and maybe get something signed into law over the broader restaurant lobby (which definitely doesn't want a higher minimum wage regardless of tipping)