Juanita M. Kreps
Economist and U.S. Secretary of Commerce
Born
Died
2010
16 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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