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Chris Van Hollen: I think the larger point here, based on your response to that first question about growth and profits, is corporations…

On the recordMarch 7, 2023
I think the larger point here, based on your response to that first question about growth and profits, is corporations have a decision as to whether or not they are going to pocket more for profit, which they can, or provide higher wages to their employees.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Van Hollen emphasizes corporate choices between profits and employee wages.

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