Rod Paige, born on June 17, 1933, is a former United States Secretary of Education. He has extensive experience in the field of education, serving as the superintendent of the Houston Independent School District before being appointed by President George W. Bush. Paige is known for his influence on educational reform, standardized testing, and school choice policies.
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