Little Chance for Vote on Vitter Amendment

The Vitter amendment appears to be dead. This afternoon, the Senate overwhelmingly voted to end debate on the minimum wage bill. (A final vote on minimum wage is expected later this week.) Only ten senators opposed the motion to end debate including, you guessed it, David Vitter. Thanks to those who contacted their Senators. Your voice may have prevented the Senate from moving forward on this vote.
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