60% of New Yorkers back $30 minimum wage
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 11:45 AM · 1 min read
While New York's minimum wage remains frozen due to job losses despite rising inflation, a Cornell University report reveals that 60% of adults in the state believe it should be increased to at least $30.