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James H. Brown

b. 1940

American politician

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About James H. Brown

Born 1940. James H. Brown is an American politician.

James H. Brown (born May 6, 1940) is an American politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as secretary of state of Louisiana from 1980 to 1988, and as insurance commissioner of Louisiana from 1991 to 2000.

During his service as commissioner, Brown was found guilty of lying to a federal agent and served six months in federal prison. In 2011, he was inducted into the Louisiana Political Museum and Hall of Fame.

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Important facts

Born

6 May 1940

Birth century

20th century

Occupation

Politician

Nationality

United States

Positions held

Member of the State Senate of Louisiana, Secretary of State of Louisiana

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped James H. Brown's

Henry Cohen, 1st Baron Cohen of Birkenhead

Frequently asked questions

Who is James H. Brown?

American politician

When was James H. Brown born?

James H. Brown was born on 6 May 1940.

What is James H. Brown's occupation?

James H. Brown is a politician.

What nationality is James H. Brown?

James H. Brown is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James H. Brown

· Wikidata: Q126284900

· DBpedia: James H. Brown (politician)

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