Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 5, 2019
Let's go to $15 an hour and take the responsibility.
Said by
Rosa DeLauro
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

DeLauro advocates for raising the minimum wage to $15 and emphasizes responsibility in enforcement.

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