On the recordFebruary 23, 2015
I think it is a prudent decision for our broader economy as well as middle-class families across the country to wait until wages really begin to rise.
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congress.govI think it is a prudent decision for our broader economy as well as middle-class families across the country to wait until wages really begin to rise.
Shelby advocates for delaying rate hikes until wages increase.
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