Tom Harkin actually said...

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

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

"Thanks to Chairman Harkin's leadership on this issue, I am very hopeful that we'll see the full Senate vote to increase the minimum wage soon."

"what we do at the Federal level in investing in a need-based grant that's portable is beautiful and works."