William Coleman

William Coleman was an influential American lawyer and government official who served as the U.S. Secretary of Transportation from 1975 to 1977. He was the first African American to hold this cabinet position. Coleman played a key role in promoting civil rights, transportation safety, and infrastructure development during his tenure. Before that, he was a prominent lawyer and an advisor to President Lyndon B. Johnson. His leadership helped improve transportation policies and advance opportunities for minorities in government and the industry. Coleman’s career was marked by his dedication to public service, equality, and advancing American infrastructure.