Charles Rangel actually said...

the private sector's voice is heard so loud it is deafening about what would happen if the lowest people on the economic ladder get an increase in the minimum wage.

Context

Rangel notes strong opposition from the private sector regarding minimum wage increases.

04/10/2013

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