Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 14, 2023
If you truly believe that paying someone poverty wages is the pathway to a successful nation and a successful economy, I don't know what you are smoking.
Said by
Tammy Baldwin
Democratic · Wisconsin

Editor's note · Context

Critique of low wages as detrimental to the economy.

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