Tag: restaurant industry

Industry Group Snares California Law That Could Raise Fast-Food Wages to $22

An industry coalition says it has collected enough signatures to halt a new California law that aims to improve pay and working conditions for fast-food employees across the state, arguing that the legislation would lead to higher food prices and job losses. The Save the Restaurants Coalition said on Nov. 5 it has collected the…


Restaurant Industry’s Recovery ‘Remains Incomplete’ Despite Strong Jobs Report, Group Says

While the U.S. government’s latest employment report showed jobs continuing to bounce back in the restaurant industry in January, the recovery remains incomplete, with the U.S. restaurant sector still down over 1 million jobs compared to pre-pandemic levels. Employment at food service and drinking places—the major component of the total restaurant and foodservice industry—rose by…


Why Restaurant Businesses Are Hurting in California | Jim Walker

Since the pandemic, restaurant owners have been dealing with continuous hardships. Besides the impediment of vaccine mandates, owners are now struggling with shortages and higher costs. My guest is Jim Walker, an experienced restaurant owner. He explains how port congestion and inconsistency in vaccine mandates are adversely impacting the restaurant industry. He discusses the major…


The Nation Speaks (Jan. 16): Alan Dershowitz on the Perils of Impeachment; Fighting Lockdown Measures; How to Stay Positive When the News Cycle is Negative

In this episode, we talk to Alan Dershowitz, Harvard Law School professor emeritus and constitutional law expert, about the dangers of using impeachment as a political tool and the future of free speech in America. Then, Lisa Monet, co-owner of Alibi Drinkery, and Darius Teichroew, co-founder of Reopen Minnesota Coalition, tell us how they’re fighting…


The Nation Speaks (Jan. 16): How to Stay Positive When the News Cycle is Negative; Fighting Lockdown Measures

In this episode, psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig gives advice on how to take care of your mental health when the news cycle is negative. Then, Lisa Monet, co-owner of Alibi Drinkery, and Darius Teichroew, co-founder of Reopen Minnesota Coalition, tell us how they’re fighting lockdown measures in their state. And a former Arizona Sheriff is…