Free Quote by Tom Perez
“When you work extra, you should be paid extra. That's what the Fair Labor Standards Act said. And I've met so many people who are working 60-70 hours a week, and they are effectively working 20 hours for free because they are making a little bit above the minimum wage, because the 2004 regulation enables employers to do that. That's not fair.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labor forum, date unknown
Extra work should be compensated fairly; current regulations allow exploitation of low‑wage workers.
In simple terms: Fair pay for extra work.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for stronger wage protections.
Themes
labor rights
fairness
economics
Mood
determined
advocacy
Type
policy
social justice
When to use this quote
- payroll budgeting
- HR policy
- union negotiations
Key Concepts
minimum wage law
overtime pay
worker exploitation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we enforce fair overtime pay?
- What reforms could prevent wage theft?
A Different Perspective
Opposition from business groups may arise.
