A denizen of our blog community called this one perfectly . . .
The comment deserves to be shared even further to call out Kansas City political hypocrisy . . .
This really blows Sly's cover because he thought he could make believe he supported the marchers and then they would support him. But he hoped that the state legislature would prevent an actual increase in the minimum wage in KCMO.
An increase is unlikely to happen as states have very broad powers in authorizing the issues and activities that city ordinances can address. And, if it did take place, hundreds of small businesses in KCMO would either move to another jurisdiction, or go out of business.
Showboating is one thing. Seriously governing is something else entirely . . .
And now the world according to the Mayor and a very carefully crafted statement published under the cover of night . . .
Mayor Sly James’ statement on Missouri Supreme Court ruling
“I am aware of THE RECENT ruling by the Missouri Supreme Court. Currently, we are reviewing the ruling and will consult the City Attorney in order to understand the decision further. Until we fully understand those details I am not able to determine, or advocate for, a precise timeline for complying with court’s ruling.
What does not change as a result of today’s ruling is the underlying shared goal in all of this: Increasing the minimum wage for Kansas Citians. When we do this, we will fuel our economy, strengthen our workforce, and further commit ourselves to the promise of making Kansas City a world-class city in which to live, work, and raise a family.”
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You decide . . .
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