Tavis Hall said that Bernie Sanders’ proposed minimum wage of $15 an hour could make that a reality. Currently, Iowa’s minimum wage sits at $7.25.

“It’s a weird notion that paying people adequately is bad for small business,” Hall said of those who believe that Sanders’ policies would be disastrous for the economy.

Hall, executive director of the Main Street Waterloo that promotes local business, believes Sanders is the Democratic candidate who can help small businesses thrive. Still, the 31-year-old Waterloo-native acknowledged that his idea of a vibrant economy differed from those on Wall Street.

“It’s not going to be as good for business as crony capitalism,” Hall said.

When asked whether Sanders has the ability to woo the African American electorate, Hall said he believes black voters are less committed to Hillary Clinton than the narrative in mainstream media.