Lynn C. Woolsey: “today is the first day of the confirmation hearings for Alexis Herman, a real American success story. I commend the…”

“today is the first day of the confirmation hearings for Alexis Herman, a real American success story. I commend the President for choosing this outstanding woman for Secretary of Labor. Ms. Herman has devoted her life to public service. Ms. Herman has been involved in job placement programs throughout her career. Some of her accomplishments include leadership of the black women's employment program of Atlanta and director of the Women's Bureau at the Department of Labor during the Carter administration. More recently, Mr. Speaker, Alexis Herman worked closely with former Commerce Secretary, the late Ron Brown. She made the White House Office of Public Liaison a dynamic part of the President's office. Throughout Alexis Herman's career, she has made equal opportunity for women and minorities a top priority. I urge the other body to confirm Alexis Herman without delay. She is a great woman and a great role model for all of us.”