Rep. Corrine Brown: “I rise today in support of Alexis Herman, who is the most appropriate person to head this country's Department of Labor.…”

“I rise today in support of Alexis Herman, who is the most appropriate person to head this country's Department of Labor. As many of my colleagues know, Mrs. Herman has spent much of her life preparing for this job. Almost 20 years ago, Mrs. Herman headed the women's division of the Department of Labor under President Carter and she has been building on that success ever since. Mrs. Herman has spent most of her working life as an advocate for minorities in businesses, including the corporate sector. She has been an effective leader, and she has looked out for the interests of the working people of this country. Because of her efforts, this country is now a better place for business and for the workers. Mrs. Herman has done a great job heading the President's liaison office for the last 4 years, and she will do even a better job as heading the Department of Labor. As an African-American and a woman, Mrs. Herman has overcome many obstacles in her rise to become one of the leading advocates for business and economic development in our country. I implore my colleagues in the Senate to confirm the nomination of Alexis Herman without delay. Ms. Herman has earned our support and our confidence.”