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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