Joshua W. Alexander

American politician and judge

Joshua W. Alexander - American politician and judge
Born

1852
173 years ago

Died

February 27th, 1936
89 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a United States Secretary of Commerce from 1933 to 1934. Held the position of a judge prior to political roles. Involved in various legal and political matters throughout career. Contributed to the development of commerce policies during tenure under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Active in community and state politics, influencing legislative decisions.

Served as the 2nd United States Secretary of Commerce

Worked as a judge prior to political career

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