Azie Taylor Morton
Azie Taylor Morton (February 1, 1936 – December 7, 2003) served as Treasurer of the United States during the Carter administration from September 12, 1977, to January 20, 1981. She remains the only African American to hold that office. Her signature was printed on US currency during her tenure.
Azie Taylor Morton | |
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Official portrait | |
| 36th Treasurer of the United States | |
| In office September 12, 1977 – January 20, 1981 | |
| President | Jimmy Carter |
| Preceded by | Francine Irving Neff |
| Succeeded by | Angela Marie Buchanan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 1, 1936 Dale, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | December 7, 2003 (aged 67) Bastrop County, Texas, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | James Homer Morton |
| Signature | |
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