[4] At USDA, Williams helped increase access to vital programs, including food stamps, WIC, and school lunches – that support millions of families across the country.
[7] In 2005, Williams became a Vice President at the Center for American Progress, where he continued his work with state and local governments.
[10] Previously, he served on the board of STRIVE – an East Harlem-based non-profit that is focused on job training for African-Americans and Latinos.
He has received endorsements from former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle,[14] and former Governor of New Mexico and leading Latino politician, Bill Richardson.
He is married to former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Mona Sutphen; they met in the Situation Room while planning the 1998 Wye River Peace Talks.