The Minimum Wage Remains a Key Issue

By Bernie Horn

Created 07/23/2008 - 3:04pm

Summary:

The federal minimum wage has increased from $5.85 to $6.55, providing a much-needed raise to millions of American workers. Today is a good day to remind our fellow citizens that we’re on their side while the right wing fights against the interests of American workers.

Let’s tout last year’s victory. But let’s also remind Americans that the job isn’t done—we need a minimum-wage solution that works for the long term.