Joshua W. Alexander
American politician and judge
Born
1852
174 years ago
Died
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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