Tom Harkin actually said...

I fundamentally disagree with that view.

Raising the minimum wage could allow Americans who currently rely on government assistance programs the ability to be more self-sufficient.

Nearly 90 percent of workers who would benefit from increasing the minimum wage are at least 20 years old, and 55 percent work full-time.

I support David Weil's nomination. I know his service at the Department of Labor would contribute to a stronger U.S. economy.