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
16th United States Trade Representative
In office
March 18, 2009 – March 15, 2013
PresidentBarack Obama
DeputyDemetrios Marantis
Preceded bySusan Schwab
Succeeded byMichael Froman
57th Mayor of Dallas
In office
June 5, 1995 – February 20, 2002
Preceded bySteve Bartlett
Succeeded byLaura Miller
97th Secretary of State of Texas
In office
April 4, 1994 – January 17, 1995
GovernorAnn Richards
Preceded byJohn Hannah
Succeeded byTony Garza
Personal details
Born
Ronald Kirk

(1954-06-27) June 27, 1954 (age 70)
Austin, Texas, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Matrice Ellis
Children2 daughters
EducationAustin College (BA)
University of Texas, Austin (JD)

References

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  1. Kamen, Al (January 22, 2013). "U.S. Trade Rep Ron Kirk is leaving administration". washingtonpost.com. Retrieved January 22, 2013.