Date of Birth: May 15, 1948
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Kathleen Sebelius is an American politician who has served in several key public service roles, most notably as the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services from 2009 to 2014 under President Barack Obama. Born into a political family, Sebelius is the daughter of former Ohio Governor John J. Gilligan. She began her political career in Kansas, serving in the Kansas House of Representatives from 1987 to 1995 and later as the state’s Insurance Commissioner from 1995 to 2003. In 2003, she was elected as the Governor of Kansas, a position she held until 2009. During her tenure as governor, she was noted for her bipartisan approach and healthcare reforms. As Secretary of Health and Human Services, Sebelius played a critical role in the rollout of the Affordable Care Act. After leaving public office, she has been involved in various health policy initiatives and serves on several corporate and non-profit boards.
5 Interesting Facts about Kathleen Sebelius
1. Kathleen Sebelius is one of the few women to have served as governor of a U.S. state and later as a member of a president’s cabinet.
2. She was named one of the world’s 100 most powerful women by Forbes in 2010.
3. Sebelius has a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Kansas.
4. During her tenure as Kansas Insurance Commissioner, she refused campaign contributions from the insurance industry.
5. She played a pivotal role in the initial implementation of the Affordable Care Act, often referred to as Obamacare.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kathleen Sebelius
1. “Health care reform is really the centerpiece of the economic future of this country.”
2. “What we see is that health disparities are largely driven by economic disparities.”
3. “We know that there is a significant level of fear in the immigrant community, and we want to make sure people understand their rights.”
4. “The Affordable Care Act is the law of the land and it’s here to stay.”
5. “We are not a third-world country; we should have a first-rate health system.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Kathleen Sebelius’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Kathleen Sebelius and her husband, Gary Sebelius, have two sons: Ned Sebelius and John Sebelius.
Relevant Links
1. [Kathleen Sebelius – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kathleen_Sebelius
3. [Forbes Profile: Kathleen Sebelius](https://www.forbes.com/profile/kathleen-sebelius/
4. [Affordable Care Act Facts](https://www.hhs.gov/healthcare/about-the-aca/index.html
