Ken Salazar
American politician and Secretary of the Interior
Born
March 2nd, 1955
70 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 50th United States Secretary of the Interior from 2009 to 2013. Prior to this position, held the office of Attorney General of Colorado from 1999 to 2005. Focused on environmental protection and land management during tenure as Secretary. Played a significant role in implementing conservation initiatives and overseeing federal land use policy.
Served as the 50th Secretary of the Interior
Held office as Attorney General of Colorado
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