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Charles Zwick
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Director of the Office of Management and Budget
In office
January 29, 1968 – January 21, 1969
President Lyndon B. Johnson
Preceded by Charles Schultze
Succeeded by Robert Mayo
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Born
Charles John Zwick

(1926-07-17)July 17, 1926
Plantsville, Connecticut
Died April 20, 2018(2018-04-20) (aged 91)
Coral Gables, Florida
Political party Democratic
Alma mater University of Connecticut, Harvard University

Charles John Zwick (born July 17, 1926 – died April 20, 2018) was an important American government official. He worked for the United States government. He is best known for being the Director of the United States' Office of Management and Budget. He held this important job from 1968 to 1969. He worked under President Lyndon B. Johnson.

Who Was Charles Zwick?

Charles Zwick was a key person in the United States government. He helped manage the country's money and plans. He was born in Plantsville, Connecticut. He lived from 1926 to 2018.

Early Life and Education

Charles Zwick was born in a town called Plantsville. This town is in Connecticut. He went to college at the University of Connecticut. Later, he studied at Harvard University. Getting a good education helped him prepare for his important government jobs.

Working for the President

Charles Zwick had a very important job. He was the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. He worked for President Lyndon B. Johnson. This was a big role in the government. He helped the President make decisions about money. He also helped with government plans.

What is the Office of Management and Budget?

The Office of Management and Budget, or OMB, is a special part of the U.S. government. It helps the President manage the country's money. It also helps create the yearly budget. The OMB makes sure government agencies spend money wisely. It helps plan for the future of the country.

Later Life

Charles Zwick passed away on April 20, 2018. He was 91 years old. He died in Coral Gables, Florida.

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