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Peter Welch: Times have changed, and working families deserve a wage that reflects today’s financial reality.

On the recordJune 9, 2025
Times have changed, and working families deserve a wage that reflects today’s financial reality.
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Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont

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Welch advocates for a minimum wage that aligns with current economic conditions.

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