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Higher minimum wage draws strong support at UMD

By Ilana Williams University of Maryland students and faculty agree the minimum wage should be raised but differ on how much. Following the change in administration, there has been increasing debate about changing the federal minimum wage from $7.25 to $15. The minimum wage was last increased by 70 cents in 2009. UMD students had strong reactions tied to this economic policy, including senior government … Continue reading Higher minimum wage draws strong support at UMD

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College Republicans and Young Americans for Liberty face off in debate led by Maryland Discourse

By Grace Dille UMD College Republicans and Young Americans for Liberty tackled issues including immigration and foreign aid during a debate March 15 in Jimenez Hall. Gideon Epstein, events director for non-partisan group Maryland Discourse, moderated the debate, and the opposing teams were represented by three students each. “While the GOP is primarily a conservative party, we do have several strong libertarian voices that help … Continue reading College Republicans and Young Americans for Liberty face off in debate led by Maryland Discourse

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