"all conclude that yes, a hike in minimum wages has been shown to be healthy for economies."

The article also points out that one generation ago the prevailing belief (also by economists and also backed by decades of research) showed different results.  

The article also uses the term "moderate increases" repeatedly... a 30+% increase in 18 months is not exactly "moderate".  If your family food bill increased from $400/month to $525/month, I doubt you'd be so dismissive of a "moderate" increase; same if gas went from $1.00 to $1.31. I remember that last one happening and doomsaying was the result along with definable shifts in spending and a ripple effect of increased costs... but this time when businesses costs to do business increase, it will be different, eh?  Why?