03/06/2012
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"We have important work ahead to protect workers' rights, to raise wages, to make sure we have decent, safe, fair working conditions."
"the Federal minimum wage has been frozen since 2009, at the rate of $7.25 cents per hour."
"This should be a reliable lifeline for people so they can get back on their feet."
"it really is our job to protect those workers and make sure they are properly paid for their work."