Congressman Bobby Scott
The House of Representatives is set to vote this week on raising the minimum wage. And, Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott is leading the charge. Michael Pope reports.
The Future of Congressman Scott’s Effort to Raise the Minimum Wage is Unclear
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