143 years ago, Frances Perkins, a visionary that revolutionized American labor forever, was born. In her honor, NYSDOL Commissioner met with students from Jericho High School who made a documentary about her conception of social security, UI, minimum wage, child labor laws & more. | New York State Department of Labor
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Frances Perkins became a passionate advocate for the rights of workers after witnessing the deadly Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York City in 1911, pushing for important safety reforms and better working conditions to prevent future tragedies. Frances was tapped by President Franklin Roosevelt to serve as secretary of labor in 1933 – the first woman to serve in the Cabinet. She was instrumental in major New Deal legislation, from the minimum wage to unemployment insurance, with the gui
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On March 4, 1933, the same day as FDR's inauguration, the Senate confirmed the appointment of Frances Perkins as Secretary of Labor. She was the first woman to hold a cabinet position. | American Experience | PBS
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Frances Perkins changed history—and lives—by fighting for the creation of #SocialSecurity. From her work as the first woman to serve in a U.S. Cabinet to her legacy supporting workers’ rights, her impact is still felt today. We stopped by her statue in Ithaca to say thank you—and to invite you to learn more about her story. Join #AARPNY for a special virtual conversation with author Stephanie Dray, who brings Frances Perkins to life in her novel Becoming Madam Secretary. 🎁 Interested in a free
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