Wilson backs a 'living wage' but emphasizes vocational training over minimum-wage reliance
September 27, 2026 | State Government, Senate, Legislative, Illinois
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Asked whether he agreed with proposals for a $22-an-hour minimum pushed by another candidate, Wilson said he supports a living wage but emphasized trade skills and entrepreneurship as the path to higher pay. “I think there should be a living wage,” he said, adding: “Don't wait on to make minimum wages. Learn how to do things for yourself and make a living wages.”
Wilson argued that teaching trades would enable workers to earn more than what a wage-floor increase alone could deliver: “So you can make $50 per hour. You can make a $100, $75 per hour.” He framed his view as encouraging self-reliance and said he gives away his earnings to community programs.
Wilson argued that teaching trades would enable workers to earn more than what a wage-floor increase alone could deliver: “So you can make $50 per hour. You can make a $100, $75 per hour.” He framed his view as encouraging self-reliance and said he gives away his earnings to community programs.
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