Evelyn S. Lieberman

White House Deputy Chief of Staff

Evelyn S. Lieberman - White House Deputy Chief of Staff
Born

1944
81 years ago

Died

December 12th, 2015
9 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Clinton administration, overseeing operations and communications. Held positions within the Democratic National Committee, contributing to campaign strategies. Served as a director for the National Park Service, focusing on policy and administration.

Served as Deputy Chief of Staff to President Bill Clinton

Directed the National Park Service

Worked with the Democratic National Committee

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