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Peter Tarnoff

American politician (1937–2023)

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Born: April 19, 1937
Died: November 1, 2023
Birthplace: Brooklyn
Citizenship: United States
Occupation: politician
, diplomat
Positions held: Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs(1993–1997)
Education: Colgate University
, University of Chicago
Spouse: Mathea Falco

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Peter Tarnoff was an American diplomat who served as the under secretary of state for political affairs during the first term of President Bill Clinton, from 1993 to 1997. In May 1997, United States secretary of state Madeleine Albright presented him with the Department of State's highest award, the Distinguished Service Award for extraordinary service in advancing American interests through creative and effective diplomacy.

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Sex or gender: male
Given name: Peter
Family name: Tarnoff
Child: Ben Tarnoff
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1.“Moira Weigel, Benjamin Tarnoff”nytimes.com/2014/09/14/fashion/weddings/moira-weigel-benjamin-tarnoff.htmlRetrieved 2026-02-10
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