Fast food robots are just the beginning of minimum wage consequences

Opponents of the drastic minimum wage hikes championed by progressives finally have a chance to say it: “I told you so.” We’ve seen this coming from miles away.

Wendy’s recent announcement that it will be offering ordering kiosks at its 6,000-plus locations due to minimum wage hikes and tight labor markets is bad news for low-skilled employees. The immediate ramifications are obvious: Instead of the raise promised them by progressives advocating for a $15 minimum wage, many fast food workers will end up being let go. Their opportunities to take the first steps up the economic ladder toward a livable wage will dwindle further still.