The minimum wage was due for an increase, but it was important that we offset its cost to small businesses.

Businesses, small businesses restaurants, service businesses can take a credit off of the minimum wage for the tips that certain employees receive and this is prevalent throughout the US.

The value of the minimum wage shouldn't be eroded, and it has been.

The real minimum wage is zero.

The minimum wage should be a living wage.

Raising the minimum wage isn't just pro-worker; it's pro-economic growth.