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There is great irony in Linda Chavez’s nomination as secretary of labor by President-elect George Bush. Chavez has made a career out of attacking affirmative action but once again finds herself a beneficiary of that policy.
Based on her past record and the syndicated columns she writes, it is impossible to believe that Chavez is the best-qualified person for the job. There are other Republicans more knowledgeable about labor issues and with greater administrative experience. But George Bush had to make good on the promise of diversity he delivered at the Republican National Convention last summer. He has, therefore, been nominating people who fit the necessary demographic profile, which is a kind of affirmative action.
