Mr. President, a bold vision can have a transformative effect over time. On wages, go big: the American people have your back.

Fast-food workers in more than 190 cities nationwide took to the streets again on Thursday. But no longer are they carrying the banner of change on their own.

Resistance to raising the minimum wage is falling apart across the political spectrum, including a stunning reversal from business leaders and trade groups.

It’s been five years since the minimum wage rose to $7.25 an hour, despite rising costs and record inequality. Yet congressional Republicans refuse to act.