Yep.
This move is cheered by political scum who are insulated from any pushback by their constituents because of voter fraud.
Washington (state) has been controlled by voter fraud since at least 2008 (Rossi v Gregoire. Where they keep recounting and “finding” dem votes until she won).
Jacking up the min wage has nothing to do with elevating people out of poverty. It has everything to do with deepening the pool of people who are dependent on the government to survive.
You’re less likely to question the outcome of elections if it threatens your food / shelter security.