He made a reputation in the halls of Congress as someone who understands that a sound infrastructure in America will lead to economic opportunity for all Americans. In particular, it is no accident that in the areas in our nation where the economy has excelled, the number one issue is improving the transportation system.
Inadequate infrastructure is one of the chief threats to a thriving economy.
He took the Commerce post in July when William Daley left it to manage Vice President Al Gore's election campaign. Mineta would be the only Democrat in the Bush Cabinet.