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Jeremiah Sullivan Black was an American lawyer, judge, and Democratic statesman associated with Pennsylvania. He served as chief justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court from 1851 to 1857, U.S. attorney general from 1857 to 1860, and secretary of state from 1860 to 1861 under President James Buchanan. Black was a strong defender of the constitutional authority of the federal government, including during the secession crisis that preceded the American Civil War.
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What offices did Jeremiah Sullivan Black hold?
Jeremiah Sullivan Black served as chief justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court from 1851 to 1857. He later served as U.S. attorney general from 1857 to 1860 and secretary of state from 1860 to 1861.
When was Jeremiah Sullivan Black U.S. attorney general?
He served as U.S. attorney general from 1857 to 1860. His career also included leadership on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and service as secretary of state.
Which state was associated with Jeremiah Sullivan Black's legal career?
Black was strongly associated with Pennsylvania, where he became chief justice of the state Supreme Court. He held that position from 1851 to 1857.
Was Jeremiah Sullivan Black a judge or a politician?
He was both a judge and a Democratic statesman. His offices included Pennsylvania chief justice, U.S. attorney general, and secretary of state.
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