Ron Kirk
American politician
Ronald Kirk (born June 27, 1954) is an American lawyer and politician. He is a member of the Democratic Party who served as the United States Trade Representative from 2009 to 2013 and the 57th Mayor of Dallas from 1995 to 2002.[1]
Ron Kirk | |
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16th United States Trade Representative | |
In office March 18, 2009 – March 15, 2013 | |
President | Barack Obama |
Deputy | Demetrios Marantis |
Preceded by | Susan Schwab |
Succeeded by | Michael Froman |
57th Mayor of Dallas | |
In office June 5, 1995 – February 20, 2002 | |
Preceded by | Steve Bartlett |
Succeeded by | Laura Miller |
97th Secretary of State of Texas | |
In office April 4, 1994 – January 17, 1995 | |
Governor | Ann Richards |
Preceded by | John Hannah |
Succeeded by | Tony Garza |
Personal details | |
Born | Ronald Kirk June 27, 1954 Austin, Texas, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Matrice Ellis |
Children | 2 daughters |
Education | Austin College (BA) University of Texas, Austin (JD) |
References
change- ↑ Kamen, Al (January 22, 2013). "U.S. Trade Rep Ron Kirk is leaving administration". washingtonpost.com. Retrieved January 22, 2013.