Caroline Klein Simon

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Birth of Caroline Klein Simon, anti-discrimination pioneer

November 12, 1900

Caroline Klein Simon, a pioneering attorney, communal worker, and state official, was born on November 12, 1900.

Caroline Klein Simon Sworn in as NY Secretary of State

January 1, 1959

On January 1, 1959, following Governor Nelson Rockefeller's inaugural address, his government appointees were sworn into office in a modest ceremony in the executive chamber of the New York Sta

Caroline Klein Simon

Attorney Caroline Klein Simon’s long career included state office and judicial posts. She was a fierce advocate for gender and racial equality and made the first laws against real estate brokers using “blockbusting” tactics to force sales of homes.

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