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Jim Edgar
Governor of Illinois from 1991 to 1999 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James Edgar (born July 22, 1946) is an American politician who was the 38th governor of Illinois from 1991 to 1999.[1] A moderate Republican, he also served as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives from 1976 to 1979 and as Illinois Secretary of State from 1981 to 1991.
Quick Facts 38th Governor of Illinois, Lieutenant ...
Jim Edgar | |
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![]() Edgar in 1993 | |
38th Governor of Illinois | |
In office January 14, 1991 – January 11, 1999 | |
Lieutenant | Bob Kustra |
Preceded by | James R. Thompson |
Succeeded by | George Ryan |
35th Secretary of State of Illinois | |
In office January 12, 1981 – January 14, 1991 | |
Governor | James R. Thompson |
Preceded by | Alan J. Dixon |
Succeeded by | George Ryan |
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 53rd district | |
In office 1977–1979 | |
Preceded by | Max E. Coffey Robert "Bob" Craig |
Succeeded by | Harry Woodyard |
Personal details | |
Born | (1946-07-22) July 22, 1946 (age 77) Vinita, Oklahoma, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Brenda Smith |
Children | 2 |
Parent(s) | Cecil Edgar and Betty Edgar |
Education | Eastern Illinois University |
Website | Jim Edgar |
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