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February 1988

The careers of 18 Labor SecretariesThe careers of 18 Labor Secretaries

Jonathan Grossman

The role of a Secretary of Labor and his or her place in history is determined by a combination of personal qualities and circumstances beyond the Secretary's control while in office.

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