The minimum wage isn't earned only by people working at fast food restaurants and in service industry work - the average income for positions like nursing assistants, preschool teachers and paramedics are all under $15.
David RolfWhen families can afford the basics, they can reinvest in their communities, and higher wages means a broader consumer base for businesses.
David RolfA September 2015 poll found that, by a 3-1 margin, voters are more likely to support political candidates who favor raising the minimum wage.
David Rolf