The state legislature is seeking to raise property taxes for businesses across the state.
which statement would best support the perspective of a business owner who does not want taxes to increase?

increased taxes will be hard on many but will be worth it in the long run. increased taxes would benefit the schools and improve roadways we all use. increased taxes for businesses are long overdue in this city, and now is the time for change.
increased taxes would make it hard for business owners to hire more employees.