Summary
On January 10, 2017, Christine Owens testified at a Forum before members of the U.S. Senate urging the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) committee to vigorously examine Mr. Puzder’s fitness for the role of Secretary of Labor during his nomination. Unless Mr. Puzder can demonstrate a genuine regard for all workers, especially those in our economy who earn the least, his nomination must be rejected.
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