It was wonderful and inspiring to read the story headlined “A Woman’s Place” (Herald, March 29), and what a wonderful way to honor Women’s History Month.

I have been following this story closely as one of my influential role models is on the official list. Frances Perkins, Secretary of Labor under Franklin D. Roosevelt, was educated as a sociologist and worked as a social worker. She was the architect of many programs that have had and continue to have a profound impact in our country. Minimum wage, Social Security and child labor are just a few initiatives that have benefited so many.

She was an American Association of University Women member as well as the first woman appointed to a presidential cabinet. In addition, she was the longest-serving secretary of labor.

My vote is for Perkins on the $20 bill.

Wanda Ellingson

Durango