For Immediate Release

Friday, December 20, 1996

In Reaction to Alexis Herman Being Named as Secretary of Labor

Statement by Gerald W. McEntee, President, American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), AFL-CIO

"The appointment of Alexis Herman to succeed Robert Reich as Labor Secretary ensures that hard-working families will continue to have a friend at the Department of Labor.

"The labor movement has long recognized and appreciated Alexis Herman's dedication to the goal that all Americans deserve to be treated with honesty, decency, and respect. Her unwavering commitment to that goal will serve the American worker well.

"AFSCME applauds today's announcement and looks forward to working with Alexis Herman to improve the lives of America's workforce."

AFSCME's 1.6 million members provide the vital services that make America happen. With members in hundreds of different occupations — from nurses to corrections officers, child care providers to sanitation workers — AFSCME advocates for fairness in the workplace, excellence in public services and prosperity and opportunity for all working families.

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American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO
1625 L Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036-5687
Telephone: (202) 429-1145
Fax: (202) 429-1120

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