Hodding Carter III
American journalist (1935–2023) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Hodding Carter III (April 7, 1935 – May 11, 2023) was an American journalist and politician who served as Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs under President Jimmy Carter. He frequently appeared on the news and provided updates during the Iran hostage crisis.
Quick Facts 15th United States Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs, President ...
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15th United States Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs | |
In office March 25, 1977 – June 30, 1980 | |
President | Jimmy Carter |
Preceded by | John E. Reinhardt |
Succeeded by | William J. Dyess |
Spokesperson for the United States Department of State | |
In office March 25, 1977 – June 30, 1980 | |
President | Jimmy Carter |
Preceded by | Robert Anderson |
Succeeded by | William J. Dyess |
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Born | William Hodding Carter III (1935-04-07)April 7, 1935 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
Died | May 11, 2023(2023-05-11) (aged 88) Chapel Hill, North Carolina, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
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Children | 4, including Finn |
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Alma mater | Princeton University |
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