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Seth D. Harris

Former Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor, Attorney at Seth D. Harris | Law & Policy
Seth D. Harris is an attorney in Washington, D.C. and a Visiting Professor at Cornell University’s Institute for Public Affairs. Building on almost seven years of service in the Clinton Administration, he was Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor (and a member of President Obama’s Cabinet) and Deputy U.S. Secretary of Labor from 2009 to 2014. Now, Secretary Harris is a nationally recognized expert in labor, employment and retirement law and policy, offering unique and valuable insights into the future of work and retirement, the condition of America’s middle class, and leadership in public policy and public affairs. He has co-authored three books and authored dozens of scholarly articles and op-eds on labor, employment, retirement and economics topics. Secretary Harris earned a bachelor of science degree with honors from Cornell University’s School of Industrial & Labor Relations and a juris doctor with honors from New York University’s School of Law.

Latest Articles

Five Ways The New Congress’ Retirement Agenda Should Inform Your Retirement Planning

With the new Congress underway, forthcoming action, or continued inaction, may be relevant to some of the decisions you will make as you plan your retirement. Former Acting Secretary of Labor Seth Harris shares five tips on how retirement policy could affect your future plans. Learn more at the Financial Freedom Studio.

By Seth D. Harris – February 21, 2019

The Future of Retirement Policy In The New Congress

Seth Harris offers his insight on the challenges and opportunities facing the 116th Congress as it looks to address America’s retirement savings crisis. Learn more at the Financial Freedom Studio.

By Seth D. Harris – February 04, 2019

Protected Lifetime Income and the Johari Window

Seth Harris discusses how protected lifetime income can help address the knowns and unknowns surrounding retirement. Learn more at the Financial Freedom Studio.

By Seth D. Harris – October 19, 2018

The Future of Work and Its Effects on Retirement

Seth D. Harris discusses changing workforce dynamics and their impact on retirement. Learn more at the Financial Freedom Studio.

By Seth D. Harris – May 17, 2018

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Overcoming Five Big Challenges to Retirement Planning

Seth D. Harris addresses some of the big challenges associated with retirement planning and suggests how you might overcome them. Learn more at the Financial Freedom Studio.

By Seth D. Harris – April 09, 2018

The Future of Life Expectancy and Its Effects on Retirement

What do recent developments in life expectancy mean for retirement in America? Seth D. Harris weighs in at the Financial Freedom Studio.

By Seth D. Harris – March 16, 2018