Congresswoman Barbara Lee Applauds Confirmation of Hilda Solis as Secretary of Labor
For Immediate Release
February 24, 2009
Contact: Nicole Y. Williams
(202) 225-2661
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released this statement following the swearing-in of Congresswoman Hilda Solis of California as Secretary of Labor:
“President Obama has made an excellent choice for his administration. Congresswoman Solis brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this post and as the leader of the Department of Labor, she will ensure that working people have a voice on issues of fair wages, safe workplaces, job training to compete and win in the global economy, and the right to organize and bargain collectively.
“I congratulate my friend on this well-deserved position and look forward to working with her in the future.”
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