Samuel M. Lambert (March 10, 1913 – April 9, 1991) was an American labor leader who served as executive secretary of the National Education Association during the administration of Richard Nixon. Due to the political power wielded by the group, along with their opposition to federal funding for parochial schools, Lambert was placed on Nixon's Enemies List.

Early life and education

Lambert was born in Canebrake, West Virginia on March 10, 1913. He graduated from West Virginia University, where he also received a master's degree before obtaining his doctorate at George Washington University.^[1]

Career

Prior to joining the National Education Association, Lambert taught high school mathematics and social studies in Bluefield, West Virginia. He also served as director of research and planning of the West Virginia Education Association.

Lambert worked for the National Education Association for 22 years. He began serving as assistant research director in 1950, research director in 1956, and assistant executive secretary in 1965. He served as executive secretary of the organization from 1967 until his retirement in 1972.^[1]

Personal life and death

Lambert was married to Juanita Bates, with whom he had two daughters. He was a member of the Classroom Teachers Association, the American Association of School Administrators, the National Association of State Educators, and the National Association of Elementary School Principals.^[2]

Lambert died of cancer at the age of 78 at his home in Washington, D.C. on April 9, 1991.^[1]

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