Lori Chavez-DeRemer

The Liberty Score is a rating system assessing how closely an individual’s views align with core Libertarian principles. Scores are based on a 0-100 scale, with 100 representing a fully Libertarian position and 0 representing complete opposition to Libertarian values. The grading criteria include:

Personal Freedom (25 points): Support for individual rights in personal choices, including medical freedom, privacy, and bodily autonomy.
Economic Freedom (25 points): Advocacy for a free-market economy, low taxation, and minimal government interference in business.
Limited Government (25 points): Commitment to reducing the size and scope of government, limiting regulatory power, and upholding states’ rights.
Non-Intervention (25 points): Opposition to unnecessary foreign entanglements, support for a non-interventionist foreign policy, and minimal military presence abroad.

Each category will be scored, then averaged to form the individual’s overall Liberty Score, providing a clear snapshot of their alignment with Libertarian ideals. Grades are provided by AI

Secretary of Labor

Status: Confirmed by Campaign

Liberty Score: 55

Warhawk Status: Neutral

Liberty Score Assessment:

Personal Freedom (15/25): Lori Chavez-DeRemer has demonstrated support for individual liberties, particularly in advocating for workers’ rights and unionization efforts. However, her support for certain labor regulations suggests a balanced approach between personal freedom and worker protections.
AP News
Economic Freedom (15/25): While Chavez-DeRemer supports free-market principles, her backing of the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act and other pro-labor legislation indicates a preference for government intervention in labor markets, reflecting a mixed stance on economic freedom.
Barron’s
Limited Government (10/25): Her advocacy for expanding union rights and implementing labor protections suggests a preference for a more active government role in labor relations, which contrasts with Libertarian principles favoring limited government intervention.
New York Post
Non-Intervention (15/25): Chavez-DeRemer’s focus has primarily been on domestic labor policies, with limited public information on her views regarding foreign policy and military intervention, making it difficult to assess her alignment with non-interventionist principles.

Bio:

Lori Chavez-DeRemer, a former U.S. Representative from Oregon, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as Secretary of Labor. Chavez-DeRemer represented Oregon’s 5th congressional district from 2023 to 2024 and previously served as the mayor of Happy Valley, Oregon, from 2011 to 2019. During her tenure in Congress, she was known for her pro-labor stance, co-sponsoring the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act and the Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act, both aimed at strengthening workers’ rights and facilitating unionization. Her nomination has garnered support from labor unions, including the Teamsters and the National Education Association, reflecting her commitment to workers’ rights and labor issues.

Career Highlights:

U.S. Representative for Oregon’s 5th District (2023–2024): Advocated for labor rights and co-sponsored significant pro-labor legislation.
Mayor of Happy Valley, Oregon (2011–2019): Led the city through a period of growth and development, focusing on community engagement and infrastructure.
Business Owner: Co-owned medical clinics with her husband, providing healthcare services to the community.
Union Supporter: Received endorsements from major labor unions for her pro-worker policies and legislative efforts.

About the Secretary of Labor Role:

The Secretary of Labor oversees the U.S. Department of Labor, which is responsible for enforcing federal labor laws, promoting workers’ welfare, and ensuring safe working conditions. This role involves regulating workplace standards, administering unemployment benefits, and overseeing job training programs. Chavez-DeRemer’s background in public service, business, and her strong advocacy for labor rights align with the department’s mission to enhance the well-being of American workers.