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Tom Perez is a prominent American attorney and politician, best known for his role as the Chair of the Democratic National Committee from 2017 to 2021. Born on October 7, 1961, in Buffalo, New York, Perez has dedicated his career to public service, advocating for civil rights and social justice. A Harvard Law School graduate, he served as Secretary of Labor under President Obama, where he championed policies to improve workers' rights and economic equity. His legacy is marked by a commitment to inclusivity and progressive reform.
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"Each year, Labor Day gives us an opportunity to recognize the invaluable contributions that working men and women make to our nation, our economy and our collective prosperity. It gives us a chance to show gratitude for workers' grit, dedication, ingenuity and strength, which define our nation's character."
Tom Perez
"I had the luxury of skipping the cabinet meeting to attend my daughter's graduation. So many people don't have the luxury of taking an hour away from the workplace to attend indispensable family commitments. We have to change that dynamic."
Tom Perez
"When we talk about the kind of folks whose lives will be made better by raising the minimum wage, we're not talking about a couple teenagers earning extra spending money to supplement their allowance. We're talking about providers and breadwinners. Working Americans with bills to pay and mouths to feed."
Tom Perez"With patience, persistence, and partnership, we can create economic opportunity for every person willing to work hard for it."
Tom Perez
"Employers have recognized for some time that it's smart business to have a diverse workforce - one in which many views are represented and everyone's talents are valued. Well, disability is part of diversity."
Tom Perez"It's a false choice to say we either have job safety or job growth. It's a false choice to suggest that the only way for a business to survive is to make sure workers have low wages and little or no benefits. There are ample models across this country where we've demonstrated the contrary."
Tom Perez