Minimum Wage Legislation and the Fight Against Inflation, 1973-09-08

Item — Box: 22, Folder: 34

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0012

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The text is a letter from Ralph F. Brentlinger to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concerns about inflation, government spending, minimum wage increases, and government interference in private lives. Brentlinger urges Congress to balance the budget, pay off debt, and focus on protecting the country from external threats. He also opposes any increase in the minimum wage. The text also mentions the upcoming vote in Congress to override or sustain the veto of a minimum wage bill, with the suggestion that sustaining the veto would be the best course of action to combat inflation.

Dates

1973-09-08

Language of Materials

English

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