Rep. Hank Johnson’s statement on President Obama’s State of the Union address

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Hank Johnson (D-GA) today issued the following statement following President Obama’s State of the Union address.

“What we saw tonight was an upbeat, positive speech. America has a hard-earned right to that optimism thanks to the grit and determination of citizens across the country. Five years after President Obama inherited the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, our businesses have created more than eight million new jobs in the past 4 years, and they’re primed to create more.

“But income inequality continues to plague our society. Increasing the minimum wage for those working on new federal contracts is a good first step. All hard-working Americans should have a living wage to support their families and make ends meet.

“I look forward to working with President Obama to grow the economy, strengthen the middle class, and empower all those hoping to join the middle class. And I look forward to working with my colleagues on wages, making college more affordable, boosting high-tech manufacturing and ensuring retirement security for all Americans.”

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