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Secretary Locke and the Department of Commerce Celebrate the Accomplishments and Legacy of the Late U.S. Commerce Secretary Ron Brown

Secretary Locke and Others Watch the Unveiling of Ron Brown Way

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke participated in a ceremony this morning dedicating a stretch of 14th Street in front of the U.S. Commerce Department building as Ron Brown Way.

With Secretary Brown’s wife, Alma, his children Michael and Tracy and their families as honored guests, Locke joined in paying tribute to the late Secretary who, with 34 others, lost his life while on a trade mission to Croatia 15 years ago.

“This is a fitting tribute to a man who was born in Washington, D.C. and spent his life working to deliver economic and social justice for people in this city, across America and, indeed, around the world,” Locke said. “The dedication of Ron Brown Way will help ensure that what Ron Brown did and what he stood for won’t ever be forgotten.”

Speakers at the celebration of Brown’s legacy included Ron’s son Michael, who is D.C. Councilmember at Large, and D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray.

Following the dedication ceremony, the Brown family joined Locke at the Commerce Department for a presentation of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) flag that was flown aboard the NOAA ship Ronald H. Brown, and a ceremonial wreath laying. Locke spoke of Brown’s trailblazing efforts to extend economic opportunity to all, and of his fierce advocacy for the Department and the great people who work here.

Locke said that Brown’s work endures through the hundreds of dedicated Commerce employees who still believe in his mission for the department and work hard each day to continue his legacy of service.

Secretary Locke's remarks at the Ron Brown Way dedication ceremony.

Secretary Locke's remarks at the Ron Brown recognition ceremony and reception.

Secretary Locke Delivering his Remarks at the Ron Brown Way Dedication Ceremony The Brown family joins Secretary Locke for a presentation of the NOAA flag that was flown aboard the NOAA ship Ronald H. Brown. Secretary Locke's Delivers Remarks at the Ron Brown Recognition Ceremony and Reception Secretary Locke Behind the Podium During the Ron Brown Recognition Ceremony Secretary Locke Greets Secretary Ron Brown's widow, Alma See video See video

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It's right that a man like

It's right that a man like Secretary Ron Brown would be given a tribute and remembered as a brave and dedicated leader.