Dick Posthumus
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Richard Posthumus (/ˈpɑːstjuːməs/; born July 19, 1950) is an American businessman, and politician. He was the 61st lieutenant governor of Michigan and majority leader of the Michigan Senate. In 2002, he was the unsuccessful Republican nominee for Governor of Michigan.
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Dick Posthumus | |
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61st Lieutenant Governor of Michigan | |
In office January 1, 1999 – January 1, 2003 | |
Governor | John Engler |
Preceded by | Connie Binsfeld |
Succeeded by | John Cherry |
Majority Leader of the Michigan Senate | |
In office January 1, 1991 – January 1, 1999 | |
Preceded by | John Engler |
Succeeded by | Dan DeGrow |
Member of the Michigan Senate from the 31st district | |
In office January 1, 1983 – January 1, 1999 | |
Preceded by | Robert VanderLaan |
Succeeded by | Ken Sikkema |
Personal details | |
Born | Richard Posthumus (1950-07-19) July 19, 1950 (age 73) Alto, Michigan, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) |
Pam Bartz
(m. 1972; died 2010)Beth Mihlethaler (m. 2011) |
Children | 4, including Bryan and Lisa[3] |
Education | Michigan State University (BA) |
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