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Today in Washington, 19 House Republicans announced that
they will introduce a bill that would increase the minimum wage. On behalf of
the President, I want to welcome them to our fight for a decent, fair livable
wage.
What happened today proves once again that the debate
about the minimum wage is not about Democrats versus Republicans. It is, quite
simply, about right versus wrong. It is about fairness for America's working
families.
The minimum wage should not be a partisan issue. For half
a century, when inflation has eroded the minimum wage, Congress has acted to
raise it, and has done so in an overwhelming bipartisan manner.
That is why I think it is high time for Senator Dole to
lead, follow or get out of the way. Let the majority rule. Let Democrats and
Republicans who support a higher minimum wage have a vote.
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