Alexis Herman

Secretary Herman became the first African American to become the Secretary of Labor in 1993. Herman began her career in 1969 as a social worker for Catholic Charities, developing employment training opportunities for unemployed youth. From there, she was hired by the Department of Labor. At age twenty-nine, Herman became the youngest person to hold the position of Director of the Women's Bureau. Returning to government service in 1989, Herman joined the Democratic National Committee as chief of staff, and by 1992 was the CEO of the Democratic National Convention. Herman and her husband, Dr. Charles Franklin, live in Virginia.

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Bush Fundraises for McCain: President Bush is fundraising for John McCain but because the American people are starting to see the presumptive GOP nominee for what he represents -- a third Bush term -- the events are closed to the press. Bush is so radioactive that even Republicans in McCain's home state aren't interested. The events in Arizona and Utah were moved to private residences due to a lack of interest.

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