Received this e-mail today from Iraq & Afghanistan war veteran, Kevin Strouse (D. PA-08), who is running against Tea Party Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick (R. PA-08) next year, regarding the minimum wage:
Here’s a not-so-shocking fact that millions of Americans are far too aware of: you can’t raise a family on minimum wage.
Not even if you’re a full-time worker. Not even if you work 72 hours a week to make ends meet.
Caring about families here in Pennsylvania and all across the country means paying workers a fair, livable wage without breaking their backs and taking too much of their valuable parenting time. As a father, I know that my children rely on me -- and I feel so lucky to be able to spend as much time with them as I can.
But not every family is able to do the same. That’s why I’m supporting an increase to the federal minimum wage from $7.25 per hour to $10.10 per hour.
Nearly 71 percent of Americans support raising the minimum wage. Are you one of them? Join me in adding your name:
Add your name now to support the Fair Minimum Wage Act to increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour >>
http://action.kevinstrouse.com/...
I’m a staunch believer in the American dream. But right now, we’re holding people back from reaching their full potential. It’s not just good for the economy, it’s the right thing to do.
Sign your name: http://action.kevinstrouse.com/...
Thanks for taking action on this,
Kevin
You can click here to add your name:
http://action.kevinstrouse.com/...