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Mex Labor Hearing Set Today
A Senate labor subcommittee schedules a hearing on Tuesday to examine how imported Mexican farm labor affects wages and job opportunities for American farmers. Chairman Harrison Williams Jr. argues the issue blocks quick action on extending the program, while noting the House rejected a two year extension. Williams invites Secretary Willard Wirtz to testify. He says braceros reduce opportunities and lower wages for U S workers. He adds the Mexican government demands free transport, guaranteed work, housing, and food for each bracero. He contends the program benefits a small group of growers at taxpayer expense and calls for a hard look before renewing the program.
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