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Small Business Group Supports Nomination of Julie Su as Labor Secretary, Encourages Lawmakers to Confirm Her to the Post Swiftly

Statement by Small Business for America’s Future Senior Advisor Rhett Buttle on Julie Su nomination

April 19, 2023—The small business community is pleased with the nomination of Julie Su as Labor Secretary. Her background as deputy secretary and her support for workers make her an excellent candidate for the role.

To ensure an equitable recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, we need high-quality jobs, and Julie Su is committed to creating them. This will contribute to our economy's ongoing recovery from the pandemic-related challenges, as we are already witnessing easing inflation, robust hiring, and a surge in new small business starts. Confirming Julie Su as Labor Secretary will help maintain this positive momentum and support the needs of small businesses and workers alike.

Su played a crucial role in implementing the Good Jobs Initiative, guaranteeing that jobs created by significant economic legislation, such as the CHIPS and Science Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, are accessible, well-paying, and free from discrimination.

We urge the U.S. Senate to swiftly approve her nomination, supporting the growth and success of small businesses.

Here’s what small business owners across the country are saying about Julie Su’s nomination to serve as US Secretary of Labor.

“It is a critical moment for our country's recovery and especially important for small business owners. Fair labor practices are crucial for a thriving economy and a stable workforce. Main Street needs a Labor Secretary that fights for workers and understands the needs of small business. We send elected officials to maintain and ensure that our needs are looked after. Dragging their feet for political points is not in the job description! Senators need to act swiftly and confirm Julie Su. She checks every box of the job description. Make it happen!”

Regina Hunley
Printer Supplies and More
Hurricane, WV 

“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and Julie Su’s nomination gives me confidence that our government will work to not only support small business owners but also advance racial and economic justice for workers. Both entrepreneurs and workers deserve all the support and resources they can get including a qualified Labor Secretary.”

Carling McManus
84 Agency
Charleston, WV

“Julie Su's dedication to supporting workers and fostering a fair and just economy aligns perfectly with the needs of small businesses. Her experience enforcing these practices in California demonstrates her ability to excel as Labor Secretary. Our leaders must put politics aside and prioritize the well-being of American workers and small businesses by confirming Su."

Walt Rowen
Susquehanna Glass
Lancaster, PA

“Small businesses thrive when workers are treated fairly and have access to good jobs. Julie Su excelled in her role as deputy secretary and her track record of supporting workers will make her well-suited for the role. We need the Senate to confirm Julie Su.”

Mas Torito 

Kokoro Restaurant
Denver, CO 

“Julie Su’s nomination for Labor Secretary signals strong support for small businesses and their workers. As a small business owner, I believe her confirmation would be a positive step forward for our economy. I am confident in her ability to serve with a laser focus on yielding equity in the entrepreneurial landscape. We champion her confirmation.”

Kristi Tally
KD7 Enterprises, Inc.
Raleigh, NC

“Julie Su is qualified to serve as Labor Secretary. She has spent her whole career fighting for underpaid workers and civil rights. Her father was a small business owner and her mother was a teacher in the teacher's union. I urge Senators to put the needs of workers and small businesses first and confirm her nomination. Her experience advocating for workers’ rights and implementing legislation that ensures jobs are accessible and free from discrimination makes her an excellent choice.”

Christine Chin Ryan
Synergy Consulting, Inc.
Portland, OR

"Small business owners are the backbone of our nation's economy, and Julie Su's track record of fighting for workers while understanding the needs of small business is precisely the kind of experience we need. I urge the Senate to support her confirmation."

Marcella Medor
MarCom, LLC
Butte, MT 

“Though our economy is showing signs of growth, it is fragile. Small business owners like me, would like the assurance of a Labor Secretary that will support workers, understand businesses and implement legislation that ensures jobs are accessible and free from discrimination. I urge the Senate to confirm the nomination of Julie Su.”

Paul Branner
Georgetown Butcher
Georgetown, DC

“As a small business owner, I recognize the importance of fair labor practices. Julie Su's nomination gives me hope that our government will prioritize the needs of workers and small businesses alike. I urge lawmakers to move forward and support her nomination.”

Michael Stiggle

Timber Wolves Restaurant

Mars Hill, ME

“As a small business owner, strong labor protections are critical to our success. With Julie Su’s history of supporting workers, her nomination for Labor Secretary is a win for Main Street. I encourage the Senate to confirm her without delay.”

Symone Stewart

Triple A's Soul Food

Wasilla, AK

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About Small Business for America’s Future
Small Business for America’s Future is a national coalition of small business owners and leaders working to provide small businesses a voice at every level of government. We’re committed to ensuring policymakers prioritize the nation’s 30 million small businesses to create an economy that works for them, their workers and their communities. Visit www.smallbusinessforamericasfuture.org. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. #SmallBizAF.