Matthew G. Martínez
American politician (1929–2011) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Matthew Gilbert "Marty" Martínez (February 14, 1929 – October 15, 2011)[1] was an American politician who served as the U.S. representative from California's 30th congressional district from 1982 to 1993 and California's 31st congressional district from 1993 to 2001, both as a member of the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. Martínez switched parties to become a Republican after being defeated in a 2000 primary.
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Marty Martínez | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California | |
In office July 13, 1982 – January 3, 2001 | |
Preceded by | George E. Danielson |
Succeeded by | Hilda Solis |
Constituency | 30th district (1982–93) 31st district (1993–2001) |
Member of the California State Assembly from the 59th district | |
In office December 1, 1980 - July 15, 1982 | |
Preceded by | Jack R. Fenton |
Succeeded by | Charles Calderon |
Personal details | |
Born | (1929-02-14)February 14, 1929 Walsenburg, Colorado, U.S. |
Died | October 15, 2011(2011-10-15) (aged 82) Fredericksburg, Virginia, U.S. |
Political party | Republican (Before 1974, 2000–2011) Democratic (1974–2000) |
Children | Diane Martinez (daughter) |
Education | Los Angeles Trade-Technical College |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Marine Corps |
Rank | Private first class |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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