On the recordMarch 8, 2009
I don't know. Do we need to put a floor under this, or do we just need to say they have to be paid the minimum wage? You know? Period. That is it.
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congress.govI don't know. Do we need to put a floor under this, or do we just need to say they have to be paid the minimum wage? You know? Period. That is it.
Senator Harkin discusses the need for minimum wage legislation.
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