William Bennett
American journalist and politician
Born
July 31st, 1943
81 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 3rd United States Secretary of Education from 1985 to 1988. Played a significant role in shaping education policy during the Reagan administration. Worked in various capacities in government and academia, influencing educational discourse through writings and public speaking. Authored multiple books on education, morality, and politics, contributing to broader discussions on societal issues.
Served as United States Secretary of Education
Authored 'The Book of Virtues'
Directed the National Endowment for the Humanities
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