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Liberal National’s policy on minimum wage

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Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

  ChatGPTNo, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle

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Strongly agree

No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle

The Liberal National Party has often argued that raising the minimum wage could lead to higher prices for consumers. They believe that wage increases should be balanced against the potential impact on the cost of living. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

No, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family

This aligns with the Liberal National Party's view that minimum wage jobs are often entry-level positions designed to provide experience. They have argued that raising the minimum wage could discourage businesses from hiring inexperienced workers. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No

The Liberal National Party has generally opposed raising the federal minimum wage, arguing that it could lead to job losses and negatively impact small businesses. For example, in 2017, they supported a decision by the Fair Work Commission to cut penalty rates for some workers. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

Regardless, minimum wage standards should be adjusted by age group

While the Liberal National Party has not specifically advocated for age-based minimum wage standards, they have supported flexible wage arrangements in the past. However, this is not a central tenet of their policy platform. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Yes, and adjust it every year according to inflation

The Liberal National Party has not typically supported automatic adjustments to the minimum wage based on inflation. They believe that wage increases should be considered in the context of broader economic conditions and the potential impact on businesses. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Yes

The Liberal National Party in Australia has traditionally favored market forces determining wages rather than government intervention. They have not typically supported significant increases to the federal minimum wage. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes, and make it a living wage

The Liberal National Party has generally opposed the concept of a 'living wage', arguing that it could lead to job losses and negatively impact small businesses. They believe that wage increases should be balanced against the potential impact on the economy. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, and eliminate all wage standards

While the Liberal National Party has generally opposed raising the minimum wage, they have not advocated for the elimination of all wage standards. They believe in a balance between protecting workers' rights and supporting businesses. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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