AFL-CIO Appoints Dr. Darrick Hamilton as New Chief Economist
The Facts -
- AFL-CIO appoints Dr. Darrick Hamilton as its new chief economist.
- Hamilton aims to advance economic justice and support working families.
- He succeeds Dr. William Spriggs and brings extensive economic expertise.
Renowned Economist Dr. Darrick Hamilton Appointed as AFL-CIO's New Chief Economist
Dr. Darrick Hamilton, a prominent figure in economic policy and social equity, has been appointed as the chief economist of the AFL-CIO, the foremost labor federation in the United States representing almost 13 million workers. His extensive research and advocacy on economic justice, including innovative concepts like Baby Bonds, are expected to greatly influence the organization's direction.
"I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Hamilton to the AFL-CIO as our new chief economist," expressed AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler. "His research on the racial wealth gap and economic justice, visionary scholarship on ideas like Baby Bonds, and bold thinking honed in campaign and legislative settings will be an invaluable asset to our work. I look forward to Dr. Hamilton’s partnership as we continue the fight to build an economy that works for working people."
As he steps into this pivotal role, Dr. Hamilton will be responsible for providing in-depth economic analysis and serving as a strategic advisor. His mission includes crafting a forward-thinking agenda aimed at enhancing economic security for workers and their families, influencing both campaigns and policies that resonate with unions across the nation. He succeeds the late Dr. William Spriggs, a respected economist known for his seminal work on discrimination and labor markets, in this role.
Dr. Hamilton shared his admiration for his predecessor, saying, "I am honored to step into the role of chief economist at the AFL-CIO. I follow the giant footsteps of Dr. Spriggs, whose scholarship was seminal to our understanding of the immoral blight of discrimination. His work was focused on empowering workers and promoting fair and inclusive labor markets, values that are the foundation of my work as an economist. I join this rank committed to workers, productivity, and a more just and equitable distribution of labor and economic power."
Dr. Hamilton's impressive academic and professional background includes his current positions as a university professor and the Henry Cohen Professor of Economics and Urban Policy, as well as his role as the founding director of the Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy at The New School. His expertise has also been sought in crafting economic policies that have inspired legislation at various government levels. Notably, he has advised members of Congress, including participation in the Biden-Sanders Unity Task Force, and provided testimony to the Joint Economic Committee regarding economic strategies to address the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Contact: Mia Jacobs, 202-637-5018
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