A $15 minimum wage is key to building a stronger, fairer Virginia—one that prioritizes the well-being of all residents, fosters economic stability, and ensures equal opportunities for everyone. All Virginia residents are impacted by rising costs—rent, groceries, healthcare—yet many do so without the safety nets that should come with the dignity of a fair paycheck.

Immigrant communities in Virginia often face economic disparities that make it harder to achieve financial stability. Raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour helps address these challenges by ensuring equitable income for immigrant workers, promoting self-sufficiency and dignity, and recognizing their vital contributions to our economy. Immigrant families are not alone in this struggle; every working-class family in Virginia, regardless of background, shares this fight for fair wages and respect.