Kathleen Sebelius

American politician, former Governor

Kathleen Sebelius - American politician, former Governor
Born

May 15th, 1948
76 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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