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John Rusling Block
American government official / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Rusling Block (born February 15, 1935) is an American politician. He served as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under President Ronald Reagan from 1981 through 1986. He later became a lobbyist.
Quick Facts 21st United States Secretary of Agriculture, President ...
John R. Block | |
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21st United States Secretary of Agriculture | |
In office January 23, 1981 ā February 14, 1986 | |
President | Ronald Reagan |
Preceded by | Robert Bergland |
Succeeded by | Richard E. Lyng |
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Born | (1935-02-15) February 15, 1935 (age 89) Galesburg, Illinois, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Susan Rathje "Sue" Block |
Children | Hans Block Cynthia Block Christine Block |
Alma mater | U.S. Military Academy |
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