A stagnant federal minimum wage only adds fuel to the fire. Every hard-working American deserves a living wage that helps put a roof over their head and food on the table — $7.25 an hour doesn't even come close.
Peter Welch: “A stagnant federal minimum wage only adds fuel to the fire. Every hard-working American deserves a living wage that…”
On the recordJune 9, 2025
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Welch argues that the current minimum wage is insufficient for living expenses.
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