Kathleen Sebelius
American politician, former Governor
Born
May 15th, 1948
77 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 44th Governor of Kansas from 2003 to 2009. Worked on health care access and education initiatives during gubernatorial tenure. Appointed as Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Barack Obama, overseeing the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. Held various positions in public service within Kansas government prior to governorship.
Served as Secretary of Health and Human Services
Implemented the Affordable Care Act
Governor of Kansas from 2003 to 2009
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