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Charles Schultze
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11th Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers
In office
January 22, 1977 – January 20, 1981
President Jimmy Carter
Preceded by Alan Greenspan
Succeeded by Murray Weidenbaum
Director of the Bureau of the Budget
In office
June 1, 1965 – January 28, 1968
President Lyndon B. Johnson
Preceded by Kermit Gordon
Succeeded by Charles Zwick
Personal details
Born
Charles Louis Schultze

(1924-12-12)December 12, 1924
Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.
Died September 27, 2016(2016-09-27) (aged 91)
Washington, D.C., U.S.
Political party Democratic
Spouse Rita Schultze
Education Georgetown University (BA, MA)
University of Maryland, College Park (PhD)

Charles Louis Schultze (December 12, 1924 – September 27, 2016) was an American economist. He was also a public policy expert. He helped the government make important decisions.

Schultze was a top advisor to two U.S. Presidents. He worked with President Lyndon B. Johnson and President Jimmy Carter. He helped them understand the economy and make good choices for the country.

Who Was Charles Schultze?

Charles Schultze was born in Alexandria, Virginia. This was on December 12, 1924. He grew up to become a very important person in the U.S. government.

Early Life and Education

Charles Schultze went to college at Georgetown University. He earned two degrees there. Later, he continued his studies at the University of Maryland, College Park. There, he earned his PhD.

He also served in the military. Schultze was a veteran of World War II. He fought in the army in Europe. This was a very important time in his life.

Helping the President

Charles Schultze was known for his smart ideas about the economy. He helped Presidents make big decisions. These decisions affected how the country ran.

Working with President Johnson

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy chose Schultze for a job. He became the Assistant Director of the Bureau of the Budget. This office helps manage the government's money.

Later, from 1965 to 1968, he became the Director. This was during President Lyndon B. Johnson's time. Schultze helped with Johnson's "Great Society" plans. These plans aimed to reduce poverty and inequality.

Advising President Carter

After that, Schultze continued to serve his country. He became the Chairperson of the Council of Economic Advisers. This was during President Jimmy Carter's time. He held this important role from 1977 to 1981.

The Council of Economic Advisers gives advice to the President. They help the President understand economic issues. This includes things like jobs, prices, and trade. Schultze helped President Carter make smart choices for the economy.

Later Life

Charles Schultze passed away on September 27, 2016. He was 92 years old. He died in Washington, D.C.. He left behind a legacy of public service. He helped shape economic policy for many years.

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