Obama has chosen another Latino to be in his cabinet. This time it’s California Congresswoman Hilda Solis and she’s slated to be the Secretary of Labor. This hija of Nicaraguan and Mexican parents represents California’s 32nd Congressional District, which includes portions of East Los Angeles and the San Gabriel Valley.

Progressives seem genuinely happy with this choice and looking at her campaign website, they have good reason.

The daughter of a union family, Hilda is widely considered to be one of the strongest supporters of America’s workers and the labor movement in the House of Representatives.

Hilda only supports responsible U.S. trade policies that are fair to working families within the U.S. and abroad. She avidly opposes all trade agreements that do not include strong labor, environmental, and human rights protections.

Her track record in the House of Representatives reflects her strong support for Fair Trade policies. She was a leading opponent of the United States – Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) because it would contribute to the rapid job loss within the United States and further the decline of working and environmental conditions in the Amercas. In addition, she staunchly opposes granting President Bush “fast track” trade negotiating authority, an authority that would effectively silence Fair Trade proponents in Congress.

Via / http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/LA-Congresswoman-Chosen-for-Obama-Labor-Secretary.html