Bob Bullock
American politician (1929–1999) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Robert Douglas Bullock (July 10, 1929 – June 18, 1999) was an American Democratic politician from Texas, whose career spanned four decades. His service culminated in his term as the 38th Lieutenant Governor of Texas from January 15, 1991, to January 19, 1999, during the term of Governor Ann Richards and the first term of Governor George W. Bush. Bullock is the last Democrat to win and/or hold statewide office in Texas.[1]
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Bob Bullock | |
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38th Lieutenant Governor of Texas | |
In office January 15, 1991 – January 19, 1999 | |
Governor | Ann Richards George W. Bush |
Preceded by | William P. Hobby Jr. |
Succeeded by | Rick Perry |
34th Comptroller of Texas | |
In office January 21, 1975 – January 3, 1991 | |
Governor | Dolph Briscoe Bill Clements Mark White |
Preceded by | Robert S. Calvert |
Succeeded by | John Sharp |
72nd Secretary of State of Texas | |
In office September 1, 1971 – January 2, 1973 | |
Governor | Preston Smith |
Preceded by | Martin Dies Jr. |
Succeeded by | V. Larry Teaver Jr. |
Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 54th district | |
In office January 8, 1957 – October 18, 1959 | |
Preceded by | Jim Joseph Carmichall |
Succeeded by | Ronald E. Roberts |
Personal details | |
Born | Robert Douglas Bullock (1929-07-10)July 10, 1929 Hillsboro, Texas, U.S. |
Died | June 18, 1999(1999-06-18) (aged 69) Austin, Texas, U.S. |
Resting place | Texas State Cemetery, Austin, Texas, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
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Children | 3 |
Alma mater | |
Profession | Attorney |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1951–1954 |
Rank | Staff Sergeant |
Battles/wars | Korean War |
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