Kathleen Kennedy Townsend

American politician, 6th Lieutenant Governor

Kathleen Kennedy Townsend - American politician, 6th Lieutenant Governor
Born

July 4th, 1951
74 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 6th Lieutenant Governor of Maryland from 1995 to 2003. Held the position of Secretary of the Department of Aging in Maryland. Worked as an attorney after graduating from law school. Engaged in various political and community initiatives throughout the state and has been involved in numerous public service activities.

Served as the 6th Lieutenant Governor of Maryland

Worked as Secretary of the Department of Aging

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