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Frances Perkins National Monument
National Park Site · 📍 Frances Perkins National MonumentUS National Parks · National Monument · Newcastle, ME
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Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standards, Social Security, and shorter workweeks. Her impressive career and accomplishments, including as Secretary of Labor, opened the door for other women to hold high government positions.
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