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'I regret that I didn't fight harder,' former labor secretary Robert Reich says

Summary

Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich expresses regret for not fighting harder during his time in office from 1993 to 1997 under President Clinton. In his new memoir, Reich apologizes on behalf of the Baby Boom generation for not creating a fairer society.

Key Facts

  • Robert Reich served as Labor Secretary from 1993 to 1997.
  • He worked under President Bill Clinton.
  • Reich has written a memoir titled "Coming Up Short."
  • In the memoir, Reich apologizes for the Baby Boom generation.
  • He believes they did not succeed in making society more just.
  • The regrets come from his time in public service.

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