Juanita M. Kreps

Economist and U.S. Secretary of Commerce

Juanita M. Kreps - Economist and U.S. Secretary of Commerce
Born

January 11th, 1921
104 years ago

Died

2010
15 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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An economist and politician served as the 24th United States Secretary of Commerce from 1977 to 1979 under President Jimmy Carter. This individual was the first woman to hold the position and contributed to various economic policies during the late 1970s. Before serving as Secretary, held academic positions and authored several books on economics, focusing on labor and employment issues. This person also engaged in public service roles, aiming to improve economic opportunities for women and minorities.

Served as the 24th U.S. Secretary of Commerce

First woman to hold the Secretary of Commerce position

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