EXECUTIVE · MI · 1971-1995
Richard H. Austin
Secretary of State · Democrat · Michigan
On the record
24-year tenure; first African-American MI SoS
Background
Richard H. Austin occupied the Secretary of State office in Michigan for 24 years (1971–1995). Took office after James M. Hare (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Note: 24-year tenure; first African-American MI SoS. Same-year political environment (1971): Governor William Milliken; Attorney General Frank Kelley.
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Others who held this office in Michigan
- Jocelyn Benson (2019-present)
- Ruth Johnson (2011-2019)
- Terri Lynn Land (2003-2011)
- Candice Miller (1995-2003)
- James M. Hare (1955-1971)
- Frederick M. Alger Jr. (1947-1955)