For those in the state of Missouri who may need a little extra incentive to get out and vote next Tuesday, there is a question on the ballot that brings the issue of minimum wage home to roost – should the state mandate a minimum wage of $12 per hour by the year 2022? If approved by the voters, the minimum wage in the “Show Me state” will rise to $12 per hour by 2022. If approved on Tuesday that would represent a 52% increase in the current $7.85 an hour minimum wage. Issues such as this are why you need to vote, or read on . . .