John King Jr.
On the record
Obama acting Sec of Education 2016-2017; later NY Education Dept Chancellor; current SUNY chancellor
Background
John King Jr. occupied the State Superintendent of Public Instruction office in New York for 3 years (2011–2014). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after David Steiner; succeeded by MaryEllen Elia. Note: Obama acting Sec of Education 2016-2017; later NY Education Dept Chancellor; current SUNY chancellor. Same-year political environment (2011): Governor Andrew Cuomo; Attorney General Eric Schneiderman; Secretary of State Cesar Perales.
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Others who held this office in New York
- Betty Rosa (2020-present)
- MaryEllen Elia (2015-2019)
- David Steiner (2009-2011)
- Richard Mills (1995-2009)