W. Willard Wirtz

American Secretary of Labor, Labor Law Reformer

W. Willard Wirtz - American Secretary of Labor, Labor Law Reformer
Born

March 14th, 1912
113 years ago

Died

2010
15 years ago — 98 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 10th United States Secretary of Labor from 1963 to 1969. Played a significant role in implementing labor laws and policies during the Johnson administration. Focused on issues such as workers' rights, unemployment insurance, and occupational safety. Advocated for fair labor standards and worked to improve labor conditions across various industries. Continued to influence labor law and policy after leaving office through legal practice and academia.

Served as United States Secretary of Labor from 1963 to 1969

Championed the passage of the Equal Pay Act of 1963

Involved in the establishment of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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