James J. Blanchard

James J. Blanchard, former United States Congressman (1975 to 1981) and Governor of Michigan (1983 to 1991), served as Ambassador to Canada from 1993 to 1996. Upon the conclusion of his duties in Ottawa, U.S. Secretary of State Warren Christopher presented Blanchard with the Foreign Affairs Award mehr anzeigen for Public Service. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Blanchard received his B.A. and M.B.A. from Michigan State University and law degree (J.D.) from the University of Minnesota. He served as an Assistant Attorney General of Michigan from 1969 to 1974. Blanchard practices law in Michigan and Washington, D.C. He is married to Janet Blanchard and has a son, Jay. The Blanchards reside in Beverly Hills, Michigan. weniger anzeigen