Dan Glickman
United States Secretary of Agriculture
Born
November 24th, 1944
80 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 26th United States Secretary of Agriculture from 1995 to 2001. Played a significant role in shaping agricultural policy during the Clinton administration. Oversaw various initiatives related to food safety and nutrition. Previously held the position of a U.S. Congressman for Kansas's 4th congressional district from 1977 to 1995. Worked on legislation addressing issues like farm bill reform and rural development.
Served as Secretary of Agriculture from 1995 to 2001
Represented Kansas's 4th congressional district
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